IMH Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Vehicle Mechanic to join our client’s team in Oldham. This role involves inspecting, testing, and repairing a range of vehicles and equipment to meet Transport standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* To be responsible for testing in accordance with D.O.T testers manual:
- Hackney carriage and private hire vehicles
- Private motor vehicles, dual purpose vehicles
- All Council owned vehicles.
* To complete all documentation and paperwork in relation to tests, as required by the Fleet Managers and D.O.T.
* To control the inspection and maintenance of the division’s test equipment and ensure the accuracy of the inventory.
* To carry out random checks on completed or partially complete work for quality assessment purposes and to take appropriate action to prevent / minimise recurrence of sub-standard work.
* Undertake planned service and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
* Diagnose faults, recommend and undertake cost effective repairs.
* Repair of vehicles/equipment as instructed.
* Carry out auto electrical repairs.
* Attend breakdowns and undertake vehicle / equipment recoveries.
* Occasionally undertake steam cleaning of vehicles prior to repairs including DOE/MOT preparation.
* Take vehicles to specialist repairers.
* Take vehicles to MOT and DOE test stations, rectify minor failure items (following approval / on site).
* Carry out welding fabrication and repairs (gas, electric, mig).
* Diagnose vehicle defects to aid colleagues and categorise repairs.
Requirements:
* City & Guilds Part 1, 2 & 3 (Motor Vehicle Technology) or equivalent qualification.
* LGV Class C licence (Preferred).
* Experience working on commercial and small plant vehicles.
* Knowledge of vehicle hydraulics, electrical systems, and MOT testing (Classes III, IV, and V Vehicles).
Job Details:
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. (Specific working hours to be discussed at interview stage.)
* Pay: £20 - £25 per hour.
How to Apply:
Please send your most up-to-date CV. Only apply if you are a trained Motor Mechanic with the required qualifications