Workshop Technician - Wellington

Overview

Maintain, repair, and inspect municipal vehicles in a busy workshop setting.

Key Responsibilities

• vehicle inspection
• fault diagnosis
• repairs
• parts replacement
• test drive
• documentation

Tasks

-Complete jobs in full before the end of your shift or carry out job handover as required ensuring the vehicle is left in a safe condition with necessary safety signage present. -To complete all paperwork required for the task/ job completed and return this documentation to the workshop controller immediately on completion of the inspection/work. -Maintain a degree of flexibility while working in order to provide adequate cover to serve customers and workshop requirements. -To attend vehicle breakdowns as and when required, (a workshop vehicle/van will be provided). -To ensure that the workshop and parking area are kept clean and tidy and that all customer/SFS vehicles are parked efficiently and ensure that the walkways are kept clear at all times. All vehicles when parked outside are to be locked and keys kept secure at all times. -Maintain efficiency and accuracy while working. -Be on standby 24/7 on a weekly basis as and when required. -Use Personal Protective Equipment as and when required securing the safety of yourself and all personnel. -To ensure that all equipment being used by you and other staff is in a safe condition to be used. Ensure that all equipment is only used for the task it was designed for and is returned to the correct place of storage after use. You must report any failures in operation of the equipment to the workshop controller. -Test drive vehicles where permitted and correct driving license is held. -You will be required to assist other technicians with repairs when required. Along with completing the workshop controller’s duties when required. -Repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage. -Demonstrate a duty of care by reporting any health and safety concerns to Workshop Controller immediately upon recognition of potential hazard. -Adhere to Company Policies and Procedures including the SFS Health and Safety policies at all times. -To create and maintain a professional relationship with SFS staff, customers and suppliers. -Carry out vehicle inspection examinations in line with VOSA procedure and Company policy. -Diagnose faults by isolating systems or components that may have caused or potentially cause a problem. -Test and check that systems and components are safe, secure and working properly. -A flexible approach must be maintained in all work duties, in order to provide adequate cover to service the workshops and customers’ requirements. -Gain authorisation to repair or fit parts as required by Company Procedure. -Ensure that NO vehicle is returned to the customer, unless it is safe to be returned for their use. -To provide early morning and/or afternoon defect cover on customer sites.

Requirements

• ms office
• apprenticeship
• vosa
• 5 years
• hgv license
• electrical systems

What You Bring

-IT skills with knowledge of MS office systems. -Evidence of qualifications and training in the following areas: - recognised time served on an apprenticeship scheme, VOSA vehicle inspection course, municipal vehicle manufacturing training. -As a minimum 5 years’ technical experience on municipal vehicles (e.g. refuse, sweepers, etc) -Organization skills with ability to multitask and priorities deadlines. -Understanding of Health & Safety rules and regulations. -Technical experience on vehicle electrical systems (12+24 volts), hydraulic and pneumatic systems -Attention to detail. -A full clean HGV driving license category C required as a minimum. -An ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Benefits

-Generous holiday allowance, with a day off for your birthday! -Paid community volunteering -Life assurance and personal accident cover -Pension plan - we’ll contribute up to 10% of your annual salary -Company-wide, profit-sharing bonus

About Paragon Banking Group Plc

-Operates through two main segments: mortgage lending (primarily buy‑to‑let) and commercial lending including motor, development, SME and structured finance. -Has built a strong pipeline in buy‑to‑let and property development finance, recently driving notable loan growth. -Notable for limited motor finance exposure amidst broader sector risks, highlighting its prudent risk management. -Strong digital push with initiatives like the Spring savings app and enhanced buy‑to‑let mortgage platforms.

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