Mechanical Engineer (Nights)

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer (Nights)Location: Oxford Start date: ASAPDuration: Perm Hours: 37 per week, Nights. (hours are currently 2100 - 0700, but may be 2200 - 0800.)Pay rate: circa GBP43, 500 p/a As part of our move towards lean working and the resulting redistribution of the engineering work, Our client are looking to recruit a number of motivated and skilled Mechanical Engineers for our Night Shift to work within their engineering team. The job involves inspection and quality repair work to our fleet of company vehicles and ensuring that this is done to Company and Department of Transport standards.Job Purpose Help deliver excellent customer service by maintaining company vehicles to the standard required by the Company, Department of Transport and VOSA in order to achieve maximum vehicle availability. To be responsible for working in a safe manner as stated in current legislation and company policies and procedures, at all times. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of all company vehicles including buses, vans and coaches Work effectively unsupervised and often with only an outline brief, using specialist or practical skills to complete a timely solution Receive, handle safely, store or deploy materials appropriate to the task being undertaken Diagnose vehicle faults, using the relevant diagnostic equipment Road test Company vehicles (licence permitting)Supply own hand tools and take responsibility for specialist tools, materials etc that are used and observe a duty of care for all other items within the department Ensure that all appropriate documentation and records are maintained accurately in order to satisfy the requirements of the Department of Transport and Company policies and procedures Provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required Keep abreast of technical developments through training and be willing to undertake continued professional development with regards to technical & personal skills Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the Company's risk assessment practices and Health & Safety Policy requirements.At all times be an ambassador of the client and bus use in general Operate in line with the Company vision and values and encourage others to do the same Undertake any other duties and responsibilities of a similar nature or level of responsibility which may be allocated from time to time The above duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with the Company's Equal Opportunities, Diversity, Inclusion and Dignity at work Policy, the Health and Safety Policy and will all other Company Policies currently in force. The role will involve working with onsite colleagues, customers, and contractors. This job description sets out the main duties of the post; however the list is not exhaustive.Duties may vary from time to time as a result of new legislation, changes in technology or policy. In this event, appropriate training will be provided.Economic conditions Remuneration will be up to GBP43, 500 per annum for a 37-hour week, over 4 nights with some flexibility as necessary. Free bus travel, contributory pension, 25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays per annum (pro-rata according to the shift), lifestyle benefits, and employee assistance programme Benefits: The post attracts benefits of free travel, loyalty bonus, contributory pension, childcare vouchers scheme, lifestyle discount scheme, employee assistance programme and share save scheme.Promotion Prospects: Our Client actively encourages development from within the Company.They are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from throughout the community.Mechanical Night Shift Engineer - Person Specification Attributes Essential Desirable Attributes Education & Qualifications Essential City and Guilds, Level 3 NVQ or equivalent Desirable Commitment to undertake further training to enhance the job role Attributes Specialist Knowledge & Skills Essential Knowledge and previous experience of vehicle bodywork repairs and maintenance procedures, ideally on HGV, PCV or Buses Awareness and understanding of risk assessment, Health and Safety practices and Department of Transport standards Knowledge of manual handling regulations Computer literate with working knowledge of relevant packages Analysing and fault finding Desirable Bus body work Basic vehicle electrics Relevant knowledge of all types of vehicle operated by the Company Relevant Experience PCV experience, or experience in a similar environment Interpersonal & Communication Skills Proven ability to undertake physical and dexterous work Proven ability to communicate effectively, orally and in written form with individuals and groups at all levels Proven ability to work unsupervised and alongside others, completing tasks in an economical, effective, safe and efficient manner Proven ability to contribute positively as an effective member of the team Dependable, flexible, reliable, self -motivated Able to plan and prioritise Able to keep calm under pressure Additional Requirements Full manual driving licence Own hand tools (specialised tools/equipment provided)Ability to gain a PCV licence (Desirable). 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