Mechanic

Description

• Repairs & Component Replacement: Strip, fit, repair, and replace defective vehicle components, ensuring all work meets manufacturer and safety standards.
• Fleet Maintenance: Support the wider team by diagnosing faults, servicing, and maintaining the entire LGV fleet as required.
• Documentation & Reporting: Complete job cards, service sheets, and all relevant paperwork accurately, ensuring they are returned on a weekly basis.
• Operational Liaison: Communicate with operations managers to schedule vehicle servicing and minimise operational downtime.
• Routine Servicing & Maintenance: Carry out planned servicing and preventive maintenance on company vehicles to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Parts & Stock Management: Work closely with the stores team to facilitate efficient stock control and timely ordering of parts.
• MOT Preparation: Prepare vehicles for MOT testing, completing all necessary checks and adjustments to achieve compliance.
• Fault Diagnosis: Use diagnostic tools and mechanical expertise to identify faults quickly and accurately.
• Work Assessment: Identify any additional repairs or specialist work required and advise if the work should be undertaken by external contractors.

Requirements

• Proven competence in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to varying workloads.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence desirable but not essential).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working as an LGV/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Benefits

• 20 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• A supportive team environment with ongoing training and development
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Employee discount scheme
• Competitive PAYE salary
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company pension scheme

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance