Day Shift HGV Mechanic / Technician Newcastle - Newcastle upon Tyne - £19 an hour

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Day Shift HGV Mechanic / Technician Newcastle - Newcastle upon Tyne - £19 an hour

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Day Shift HGV Mechanic / Technician Newcastle

Full time permanent Position

40 hours per week plus overtime

£39,520 per annum

Flexibility is offered around start and finish times.


Our local waste management and haulage business which boasts its own garage function is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic / Technician to join our team in Newcastle


As a HGV Mechanic / Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing our fleet of HGV vehicles to ensure they are in excellent condition and can operate safely on the roads. You will be accountable ensuring that the vehicles are on the roads servicing our customer base. Your main duties will include conducting regular maintenance checks, diagnosing and repairing faults, and ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard.


You will:-


Ensure all repairs and servicing are carried out on all makes of vehicles to VOSA & MOT standards
Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
Ensure H & S Regulations and safe systems of work are adhered to
Use specialist tools in accordance with H & S guidelines
Comply with Warranty procedures
Road test vehicles when required (if holder of the appropriate licence)
Assist with roadside breakdowns
Ensure Job Cards and Service Sheets are completed accurately and efficiently and returned to office at the end of each task
Assist with Special projects if required
Ensure all vehicle defect parts required are reported to Workshop Controller for ordering of parts
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness in the Workshop
Report to Workshop Supervisor when work is completed
Maintain a thorough and current knowledge of products and attend training courses as required
Adopt the company safety culture and effective housekeeping, including wearing of PPE at all times in Workshop and Yard areas;

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

A relevant mechanical qualification (e.g. City and Guilds, NVQ) or equivalent experience
A valid HGV licence is preferred
Experience working with HGV vehicles and their associated systems, such as hydraulics, electrics, and brakes
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team

In return, we offer a competitive salary package, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive and friendly working environment. We are committed to the health and safety of our employees and ensure that we follow all relevant regulations and guidelines. A rate of pay of £19 per hour with overtime available. Full time contract, Average Weekly Pay for Holidays, Group Pension Scheme, Death in Service Benefit, The best Christmas night out in the industry (ok we can’t prove this but we’re pretty confident this is a fact), Dedicated Employee Engagement support, Annual Employee Award, oh and The banter….


If you are an experienced HGV Mechanic / Technician looking for a new challenge and want to work with a well-respected local business, then we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, skills, and experience.


Note: We welcome applications from all candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK.

To apply for this position, please apply on this page, send a CV to [email protected] or call 0333 320 4000

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