We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Our Vehicle Maintenance Unit at Newcastle under Lyme requires a highly organised, detail-conscious, and self-motivated individual to join the team and oversee the smooth running of the operation during the night shift as a Senior Vehicle Maintenance Technician.
In this challenging role, you will be working within a busy environment and be responsible for the leadership and development of a team of Vehicle Maintenance Technicians, ensuring the service, repair, and roadworthiness of vehicles to Department of Transport (DOT) standards and the company preventative maintenance schedules.
Responsibilities:
* Effectively managing the performance of Vehicle Maintenance Technicians
* Assist in the day-to-day running of the VMU office in the absence of the Workshop Manager
* Diagnose faults and repair vehicles to minimum DOT standards in line with the Company preventative maintenance programme
* Complete relevant documentation for all work undertaken including reporting to the Line Manager
* Road test vehicles (where qualified and instructed to do so)
* Take or accompany vehicles for DOT tests as required (where qualified and instructed to do so)
* Ensure correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant, and ancillary equipment
* Ensure personal protective clothing/equipment is worn in accordance with FedEx's Health & Safety policy
* Ensure that all HASAWA/Legislation/Security procedures are adhered to and that good housekeeping is maintained
* Provide a high level of internal and external customer care
* Maintain communication between traffic departments and the VMU
* Ensure no vehicle leaves the VMU in an unroadworthy condition
To fulfil this role, you will have a qualification in vehicle maintenance, excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a busy environment, and good attention to detail ensuring our vehicles leave the VMU in a roadworthy condition.
A full driving licence is essential; however, previous experience within the transport industry and Category C+E entitlement is preferred but not essential.
#J-18808-Ljbffr