LGV Mechanic

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd has a vacancy for an experienced and qualified LGV Mechanic/ Fitter to work at our Lockerbie site, repairing and maintaining LGV units and a varied range of trailers including walking floors, timber cranes, tippers and curtain sided trailers.

Over the last 40+ years the A.W. Jenkinson group of companies has experienced considerable annual expansion and now handles over 3 million tonnes of roundwood, woodchips, shavings, bark and other wood co-products each year. The growth has always been underpinned by a large in-house haulage and logistics operation, now responsible for the planning of over 700 vehicles throughout the UK and Northern Europe, which has also seen substantial year on year growth since its incorporation in 2014.

The ideal applicant will have experience of maintaining LGV's taking into account Health and Safety requirements whilst making the best use of time and resources.

Hours of work are variable but worked during dayshift, Monday to Friday inclusive, with alternate Saturdays. However depending on workload, there may be a requirement to work additional hours.

Ideally you will come from a time served LGV background having attained appropriate City & Guilds, NVQ or B/TEC qualifications. More importantly you will have experience of working in a Heavy Goods Vehicle workshop.

The Role:

• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, MOT Preparation and repairs on all makes of vehicles and trailers to DVSA standard.
• Carry out a wide range of defect repairs.
• Perform minor and major repairs on lorries and trailers.
• Carry out fault diagnostic, troubleshooting and rectification using the manufacturers computer systems.
• Complete job cards and service sheets in a timely manner.
• 24 Hrs breakdown callout on a rota basis.
• Repair and refurbish company trailers.
• LGV Licence desired however not essential.
• Good housekeeping routines to meet H&S requirements.

Personal Qualities:

• Attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and proactive attitude.
• Driven and positive.
• Able to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of haulage and logistics.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Benefits:

• Excellent Rates of pay.
• Pension Scheme.
• Death In Service Benefit.
• Average Hours Holiday Pay.
• 28 Days a year Holiday (Inc Bank holidays)

If you are interested in joining our friendly team then please apply below...... click apply for full job details