Hgv Mechanic Technician

Job Description:

My client is a Local Authority who are looking to appoint an experienced HGV mechanic to undertake maintenance, servicing and repairs to the municipal fleet.

The main requirements for the HGV mechanic are;

• Preparing vehicles for MOT, servicing, and repairs across our HGV vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles, road sweepers and light to medium sized commercial vehicles
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out timely workshop repairs
• Attending breakdowns and resolving issues roadside when possible
• Undertaking repairs, maintenance and servicing to agricultural vehicles, plant and equipment including mowers - training can be provided
• Participating in an out-of-hours standby service on a rota basis when the fleet is operational outside normal working hours and at weekends - an additional stand-by allowance is payable when on-call

The candidate we’re looking for;

• A clean driving licence - HGV Category C is desirable for road testing, but our client will support you in gaining this licence if needed.
• Has hands-on experience with maintenance and repair of petrol and diesel engine vehicles and working with HGV municipal vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles and road sweepers
• Brings a positive, can-do attitude to every challenge
• Is flexible, reliable, and committed to high standards

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave package.
• Free workplace parking.
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development