Hgv Technician

Location: South Cerney

HGV TECHNICIAN

Location of the HGV Technician / LGV Technician / Plant Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic / Lorry Mechanic / Plant Fitter / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Duty Mechanic:
Cirencester

Hours of work for the HGV Technician / LGV Technician / Plant Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic / Plant Fitter / Lorry Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Duty Mechanic: 42 hours per week (37 hours basic plus 5 hours contracted overtime)

Salary of the HGV Technician / LGV Technician / Plant Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic / Lorry Mechanic / Plant Fitter / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Duty Mechanic: £43,000 - £45,000 pa

Main Purpose of the job:

To inspect, service, repair and maintain LGV vehicles, plant and equipment to required standards and in compliance with Health & Safety regulations and procedures.

Job Description for the HGV Technician / LGV Technician / Plant Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic / Plant Fitter / Lorry Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Duty Mechanic:

* Maintain all types of vehicles (commercial, non-commercial and specialist), trailers, plant and grounds maintenance equipment (including static/mobile plant which could be located away from the central workshop) to exceptional standards.

* Undertake periodic safety inspections of all vehicles and plant held or serviced by the business, which includes external customers and ensure the accurate recording of materials, defects, repairs and condition of the item inspected/serviced.

* Ensure accurate data recording on to all computerised systems as required, including workshop and DVSA MOT systems.

* Give roadside assistance to broken down vehicles, including recovery to the workshop.

* To ensure that drivers reporting faults have carried out the appropriate paperwork and procedures.

* Maintain workshop and own tools and equipment in good condition and report any defects to line management.

* Able to work a shift system between the hours of 05:30 and 18:00 Monday to Friday.

* Undertake out of normal hours stand by and call out duties (no overnight availability required), on a rota basis as required (additional payments apply).

* Undertake fault diagnosis and repairs, including the use of electronic diagnostic equipment.

* Undertake chassis and component cleaning as necessary to ensure safety inspections can be undertaken competently.

* Take responsibility, as a key holder, for the security, opening and closing of the workshop as required.

* Work on your own initiative including when working away from the centralised workshop or outside of normal working hours. This includes undertaking dynamic risk assessments on all non-generic activities.

* To be responsible for the accurate ordering and booking of service and parts from suppliers and the workshop stores areas when necessary, and responsible for the security of the stores at all times.

* Record full details of all work undertaken, including sub contracted services and parts used both electronically and written, including attendance and daily/weekly report sheets.

* Undertake welding, fabrication and body building repairs within skill set.

* Produce written reports on vehicle condition and prepare vehicle and plant maintenance schedules.

* Undertake the supervision and training of apprentices and semi-skilled staff.

* Undertake LOLER, PUWER, MOT testing (after appropriate training) and any other inspections and certify vehicles and equipment as required.

* Be responsible for working within the Health and Safety Policy and safe systems of work and assist in maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the workshop areas.

* Undertake any other responsibilities or training that may be required by the Head of Fleet Operations, commensurate with the grading of the post and to maintain and expand services offered and enhance individual skill set required.

Essential Requirements for the HGV Technician / LGV Technician / Plant Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic / Lorry Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Duty Mechanic:

* Full valid, UK Driving Licence (or European equivalent).

* City and Guilds full craft certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics, or equivalent experience.

* Knowledge and experience

* Experience of working and carrying out inspections, servicing and repairs on a mixed fleet of vehicles and a demonstrable stable employment history within the industry.

* Prepared to undertake additional training to support a diverse fleet as required including technological advances.

* Flexible approach to working hours and tasks allocated

* Ability to work as part of a team and deal with customers, colleagues, and management in a courteous, helpful, and friendly manner

* Ability to use initiative and work with minimum supervision after instruction

* Good organisational skills

* Problem solving skills

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