We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Bromsgrove District and Redditch to assist with the appointment of a HGV Mechanic, on a 4-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £18.11 - £23.05 per hour
Responsibilities:
* Inspect, service, and repair a wide range of vehicles and equipment, including refuse trucks, tippers, mowers, tractors, and power tools.
* Carry out MOT tests (Classes 4, 5, and 7) and taxi inspections per council standards.
* Respond to breakdowns within the district and perform on-site repairs or arrange recovery.
* Work flexibly from either Redditch or Bromsgrove workshops as required.
* Provide mechanical training and supervision to staff on minor repairs and plant maintenance.
* Use IT systems for logging service data, tracking maintenance, and ordering supplies.
Qualifications:
* City and Guilds qualification or equivalent, relative to vehicle, LGV & HGV repair and maintenance.
* Full UK driving licence.
* LGV Category C.
Experience & Knowledge:
* Proven experience in vehicle repair and maintenance (light and LGVs).
* Competency in MIG/gas welding and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
* Ability to plan and prioritize workload efficiently.
* Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance procedures.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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