HGV Mechanic, Dungannon Temporary role from 2nd Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 Hours of work: 37 hours per week Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am - 3.30pm Salary : £31,586 - £34,314 Duties Carry out within defined timelines complete overhauls and diagnostic procedures and welding tasks as required on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic systems that are in fault status. Determine cause and complete necessary repairs in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Conduct routine safety inspections on all fleet assets, vehicle plant and associated equipment. Complete all associated administration in accordance with the requirements of 'The Goods Vehicles Licensing of Operators Act, Northern Ireland (2010)'. Inspect and prepare a diverse range of vehicles for PSV tests and carry out pre-purchase inspections on vehicles to be purchased. Conduct routine technical inspections including preventative maintenance, servicing and complete any associated repairs in accordance with procedures. To be responsible for the care and maintenance of all tools and equipment allocated in respect of the duties to be carried out. Review proposed new fleet assets and advise on potential quality, performance and sustainability on fit for purpose criteria. Attend vehicle break downs, road traffic collisions (RTC's) and emergency incidents. Carry out 'Dynamic Risk Assessment' of the environment, co-ordinate and conclude appropriate response action. As required assist with staff induction and training programmes for the fleet section in accordance with Policy and Procedures. Provide mentorship to mechanical apprentices that may join the team. Deliver the mechanical service(s) including operational risk assessment(s) and maintain records in compliance with COSHH, (Flammable & Hazardous substances) standard operating procedures and Health and Safety obligations. Liaise with stores section, other service providers and as required other internal/external stakeholders regarding consumable stocks levels and re-order processes. Maintain and develop competencies in line with the needs of the services. Provide mechanical fleet services internal/external in all environments including potentially hazardous and confined spaces. Responsibility for any allocated company vehicle in accordance with policies and procedures. To operate to the Company core values, mission statement and codes of behaviour. Act in accordance with the Code of Conduct for employees. Undertake the foregoing duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Company. To take reasonable care for your health and safety and have regard to other persons who may be affected by the performance of your duties, in accordance with the provisions of Health & Safety legislation, and Codes of Practice and Procedures. To exercise proper care in handling, operating and safeguarding any equipment vehicle or appliance provided, used or issued by the Council or provided or issued by a third party for individual or collective use in the performance of your duties To adhere to existing work practices, methods, procedures, undertake relevant training and development activities and respond positively to new and alternative systems. Assist the Transport Manager to ensure that performance targets are achieved to agreed quality standards as appropriate. To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the overall directorate commensurate with the grading and level of responsibilities of the post Essential Criteria NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Motor Vehicle Studies Time served mechanic with 2 years' post apprenticeship experience or 2 years' experience working with 26 tonne refuse vehicles Possession of a current category 'C' driving licence Applicants must provide specific and personal examples of having at least 2 years' relevant experience in the following areas: Preparing vehicles for Goods Vehicles Certificate Inspections Repair of petrol and diesel engines Hydraulic electric and pneumatic systems Working as part of a team Desirable Criteria Applicants must provide specific and personal examples of having at least 2 years' relevant experience in the following areas: Repair of grounds maintenance equipment Electrical repairs and using fault diagnostic equipment Working on vehicles such as Refuse Collection, Street Sweepers, Skip Hoists Welding to include Arc, Mig, Tig and Gas Contact Noeline McNamee at Noeline.McNa or call (EXT 345) to apply Skills: Mechanic electrical vehicle technician