HGV Technician

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Pay
£30,825 – £34,834 a year

Job type
Permanent

Full-time

Shift and schedule
Flexitime

Monday to Friday

 

Location
Bacup
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Additional leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Flexitime
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Hours – 37 hours – depot based

The role

We are currently looking to appoint a committed HGV Technician to join the Fleet Maintenance Team. You will be responsible for carrying out the full range of servicing and repair of all Council vehicles and plant, ensuring we have operational and roadworthy vehicles to fulfil our contractual and legal obligations.

Qualifications

Level 3 HGV Maintenance and Repair qualification or equivalent qualification.

Category C is desirable or be willing to train towards obtaining the required licence.

Duties and responsibilities

Carry out scheduled maintenance and defect repairs on council’s fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment to include light and heavy vehicles, specialist vehicles such as mechanical sweepers, refuse vehicles, plant and trailers.
Carry out safety inspection, services and PDI’s to manufacturers standards in line with the required inspection criteria, as outlined in the DVSA (HGV) inspections manual
To have and maintain a good working knowledge of fleet including electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic repairs and diagnostic procedures; minor body repairs and welding techniques.
Prepare and submit HGV vehicles to DVSA approved test facility for annual MOT testing
Carry out diagnostic repairs using computer based diagnostic systems
Ensure that all requirements with respect to the health, safety and welfare of staff within the post holder’s responsibility are properly met. This duty extends to such other persons, e.g. contractors and members of the public, who may be affected by the activities within the post holder’s remit. The post holder also has a general responsibility to contribute to the effective management of health, safety and welfare across the Company as a whole.
Operate mobile response breakdown service to attend offsite breakdowns and effect necessary repairs
To assess damage, check availability of and order necessary parts, arrange collection/delivery of parts and carry out effective repairs to high standard
Maintain computer and written records of all jobs from start to finish to include repairs carried out, parts used, start and finish time, total hours taken, time VOR etc in accordance with DVSA regulations, manufacture standards and company requirements.
Undertake/monitor VMS audits including walk round-around checks, housekeeping, fire safety, risk assessments, safe systems of work, vehicle checks, task talks, gate house checks, COSHH assessments, etc, in conjunction with other fleet team members.
Keep up to date with all current vehicle legislation and advances in technologies and attend mandatory training courses as identified by the Fleet Management.
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the responsibilities of the post
Person Specification

Technical/mechanical experience of working in an HGV workshop.
An in-depth knowledge of the vehicle inspection and repair standards & processes
Ability to diagnose vehicle, plant and equipment for repair
Good knowledge and understanding of mechanics, electrics and hydraulics systems
Completion of all test certificates, job sheets, associated paperwork & documentation in the correct manner
Maintain current product knowledge and attend training courses as required
The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, management and user department representatives, suppliers and contractors.
Ability to attend Roadside call in a safe manner
The ability to work in a pressurised environment and to work within timescales.
Working knowledge of Health & Safety practices.
Use of own hand tools and equipment in workshop
Professional polite manner, reliable and self-motivated
Enthusiastic and flexible approach to work. Work bank holiday on Friday is required, and other times to meet the needs of the business.
Full clean drivers licence Class B + E
Benefits

Family friendly policies
On-site free parking
Up to 31 days’ annual leave
Option to purchase additional leave
Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
Savings and loan scheme
Discounted gym membership
Generous pension scheme
Additional voluntary contribution to AVC
Staff reward scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee forums (Your Voice, Health & Wellbeing)
General Statement

The information contained in this job description is provided to assist employees joining the council to understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they will play in the organisation. However, the following point should be noted:

· Whilst every endeavour has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings, therefore, may have been used, in which case all the usual associated routines are naturally included in the job description.

How to apply

Download and complete the application form at https://www.rossendale.gov.uk

Application forms should be returned to the email address provided OR

Rossendale Borough Council, People & Policy, The Business Centre, Futures Park, Bacup, Lancashire, OL13 0BB

Alternatively, email your name and address, quoting reference number to XT1003 or telephone People and Policy on 01706 252513.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you will need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

· Members of the Armed Forces and veterans

· If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.

Closing Date – Monday 3rd June 2024 at 10am

Interview Date – Week commencing 17th June 2024

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,825.00-£34,834.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Flexitime
Free parking
On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: XT1003

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