HGV Technician

My client is looking for a HGV Technician - Catergory C required

Fantastic Benefits including paid sickness, holiday and pension scheme plus more!

Main roles:

To plan and undertake the effective and efficient repair or rectification of defects and faults on the above vehicle fleet, with due regard to the sourcing, availability and cost of the replacement parts and spares and the downtime of the vehicle/ plant and to liaise with Service Managers on the effect that this may have with the delivery of the end service.

To carry out preventative maintenance in accordance with the laid down manufacturers specifications.

To undertake the required periodic VOSA Vehicle inspections.

To prepare vehicles for and to present the vehicle to the Vehicle Inspectorate Test Station for Plating and Testing and to carry out minor adjustments which may be identified on this inspection as required.

To attend vehicle/plant and equipment breakdowns and effect roadside repairs or recovery to the Transport Workshop or repair agents as appropriate.

To undertake fabrication work including general welding (gas & arc) brazing and soldering as necessary.

To complete repairs using workshop tools and equipment including general bench work.

To devise and develop controls within the electronic and electromechanical vehicle/plant systems in order to identify and inhibit improper driving styles and vehicle/plant operation so that the longevity of the vehicle/plant is maximised and the wear and consumption of consumables and fuels are minimised.

To liaise with service managers and drivers in ensuring that all vehicles and plant / equipment is used correctly and kept in a clean and tidy condition and specifically inspected before and after work periods, and to devise and implement, in conjunction with Service Managers, the driver and operator routines and checks to ensure that vehicles are at all times appropriately used.

To carry out assessments of vehicles and plant involved in accidents or damaged and to advice on road-worthiness and arrange for repairs to be carried out.

To ensure that appropriate administrative duties arising from the maintenance of the vehicle fleet, plant and equipment, including VOSA required records, VOSA inspection programmes and MOT schedules and documentation are completed in a timely fashion, so that detailed records are retained for all work carried out through the vehicle workshop.

To hold a current LGV category C driving licence.

To be a designated Fork Lift operator and licence holder.

To be responsible for ensuring the data quality of all information related to the duties of the post

To adhere to the companies policies including equal opportunities and health and safety

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