Hgv Mechanic - Dumbarton, United Kingdom - Complete Paving Requirements (Scotland) Ltd

Complete Paving Requirements (Scotland) Ltd

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Dumbarton, United Kingdom

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JOB DESCRIPTION

ROLE TITLE:
HGV Mechanic

REPORTS TO:
Transport Compliance Manager

DATE:
18/08/2023

JOB PURPOSE:

You will be responsible for repair, maintenance, MOT and Servicing of company vehicles and trailers working with our Transport Department to co-ordinate tasks by prioritising workload, communicating with Transport team to deliver a high level of productivity and excellent standard of repair, whilst ensuring a clean, safe and professional workshop.

The ability to keep to deadlines and react quickly to technical challenges is important and you should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

DIMENSIONS:

Financial:
Hourly paid

Staff:
Working mainly within the CPR transport operation in Dumbarton assisting our mechanics and liaising with CPR plant team

Other:
Working within our Transport operation in Dumbarton and site visits, when necessary for vehicle repairs

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness is maintained within the workshop and tools are in good condition to maintain a safe working environment and company reputation
Ensure that activities are executed properly and on schedule by working with Manager and

Transport Department to deliver a high level of productivity and excellent standard inspections, maintenance, servicing, MOT's and repair of vehicles, whilst ensuring a clean, safe and professional workshop
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CONTEXT:

Managing your work load day to day by communicating, coordinating and prioritising activities through effective communication and planning with the Transport Department
Repair and maintenance of all CPR vehicles and trailers to the highest standard ensuring all vehicles are in good working order and roadworthy
Diagnosing vehicle defects
Providing estimates for repairs and setting timescales
Scheduling work to meet client's needs, considering workshop targets, the complexity of each job and the availability of parts to ensure compliance standards are achieved
Comprehension and completion of all documentation including job / worksheets to ensure compliance
Assisting technicians with technical challenges and finding the right outcome.
Accurately recording technician time and writing technical reports and recommendations
High levels of organising and accuracy
Vehicle Breakdown and roadside repairs as necessary

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reporting to Transport Compliance Manager, working alongside other plant fitter technicians within our workshop environment as well as communicating and co-ordinating with our office employees within our transport department.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Essential skills include relevant experience in the automotive industry, including previous workshop control or technician roles:

High organisational skills with the ability to think of feet. City and Guilds full craft certificate in HGV

Vehicle Mechanics, or equivalent.

Full valid, UK Driving Licence (or European equivalent) with LGV Category C entitlement.
Experience of working and carrying out inspections, servicing and repairs on a mixed fleet of vehicles.
Literate, including basic IT skills to use, interrogate, update and retrieve data from the Fleet

Management System and other forms of electronic equipment.

Working knowledge of appropriate Health and Safety Legislation.
Possession of own hand tools for work purposes.

Desired skills include previous experience of a supervisory position in workshop environment and good understanding of DVSA and health and safety compliance.

Able to carry out welding and fabrication works as necessary.

JOB CHALLENGE:

Remaining calm in fast-paced environment by maintaining focus, organised, communicating and being adaptable to ensure the safe and smooth operation of our workshop.

Can be physically demanding.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: