JOB ROLE PROFILE AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Post Title and Number: LGV Technician ________ 50074605, 50074608, 500674609 Present Grade: SO1 Dept: Highways and Transportation____ Service/Section/Team: Fleet Services _____________________________________ Reports to (title): ______________________________________ Purpose of the Role: To undertake the service, repair and maintenance of vehicle, plant and equipment in accordance with legislative and health and safety requirement. To undertake vehicle testing in line with VOSA regulations. To ensure that all maintenance work undertake is completed effectively, efficiently and is of a high standard of quality. Dimensions including Structure Chart: Structure chart Head of Fleet Services Fleet Business & Development Officer Fleet Support Officer Fleet Compliance & Training Mgr Workshop Supervisor Fleet Admin Officer Fleet Admin Officer LGV Technician X 6 Technician Pks Equipment Supervisory Responsibility Some supervisory responsibility and where required, would be expected to assist with the induction of staff, on the job training of colleagues, apprentices and students, and the allocation and checking of work. Key Accountabilities: 1) To maintain service and repair on all types of vehicles, plant and equipment as part of the Council’s programmed servicing schedule. Equipment, tools and machinery, will include (but are not limited to) the following - mowers, gang units, ride-ons, tractors, chain saws, spikers, strimmers, pressure jet cleaning equipment etc. 2) To carry out risk assessments, safe systems for work and regular safety inspections on all vehicles (including specialist vehicles such as refuse/sweepers/PCV vehicles) and plant in accordance with legislative requirements and Council policy. 3) To liaise with external suppliers for the supply of goods and services to ensure best value is maintained. 4) To effectively manage the stores area to ensure stock levels are maintained and appropriate service/repair items are held at all times. 5) To provide roadside assistance to broken down vehicles/plant and arrange recovery if necessary. 5) Diagnose any faults found and specify on the job card any work necessary to be carried out by the Contractor or the in house workshop. 6) To undertake general fleet electrical work, welding, fabrication and minor repairs on vehicles, plant or equipment. 7) Report any damage found on Inspection to the Fleet office for them to check if an accident has been reported. Identify any repairs required which fall within the warranty of a new vehicle or of previous work carried out by Contractors 8) On return from Contractors vehicles are to be inspected and tested (where necessary) to check work has been carried out satisfactorily and to a safe standard. 9) Carry out and record the details of the statutory testing of light goods vehicles and cars submitted by members of the public, issue the appropriate certificates, receive fee applicable, checking cheque card where necessary. Cash up at the end of working day ensuring all monies received are correct. 10) Carry out seatbelt checks on passenger carrying vehicles in line with seatbelt legislation as set down by VOSA, and receive appropriate fee. 11) Carry out initial inspection of new vehicles, hired vehicles and plant added to the Councils fleet list, and fill out new data sheet. To carry out MOT Testing on council vehicles and external vehicles using VOSA’s computerised system in line with VOSA requirements and standards. 12) Advise on condition and carry out a visual check and inspection of all MOT equipment, workshop equipment, lifting gear and special tools before use. 13) To leave the workplace clean, tidy and safe and assist in maintaining the general cleanliness and tidiness of the workshop. Carry out steam cleaning on Council vehicles and plant as and when required. 14) To work in accordance with the shift system, subject to prior notice and consultation. Key Relationships (Internal and External): All internal Council departments Members of the public External Contractors Suppliers Health and Safety Executive VOSA FTA Department for Transport Equality and Diversity: The Council has a strong commitment to achieving equality in its service to the community and the employment of people and expects all employees to understand, comply with and promote its policies in their own work. Health and Safety: The post holder shall ensure that the duties of the post are undertaken with due regard to the Council’s Health and Safety Policy and to their personal responsibilities under the provisions of the Health and Safety at work Act 1974 and all other relevant subordinate legislation. For a more detailed definition of these responsibilities, refer to the current versions of the Corporate Health & Safety Policy, Group Safety Policy and employee information leaflet entitled "Health & Safety Policy; Guidance on Staff Health & Safety Responsibilities". Corporate Health and Safety Responsibilities All employees have personal responsibilities to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others. This means: 1. Understanding the hazards in the work they undertake; 2. Following safety rules and procedures; 3. Using work equipment, personal protective equipment, substances, and safety devices correctly; and 4. Working in accordance with the training provided and only undertaking tasks where appropriate training has been received. Employees shall co-operate with the Council by allowing it to comply with its duties towards them. This requires employees to: · take part in safety training and risk assessments and suggest ways of reducing risks; and · take part in emergency evacuation exercises. Employees shall report all accidents, ‘near miss’ incidents and work related ill health conditions to their manager/supervisor/team leader. Employees shall read the Corporate Health & Safety – Organisation Part B Policy to ascertain and understand their responsibilities as an employee, line manager, Assistant Director or Director of the Council. Information Security: In order to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of Council information, including information provided by customers, partner organisations, and other third parties, where applicable, employees will comply with the Council’s Information Security Policy. Statement of Commitment to Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults through safer employment practice: Enfield Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safe recruitment of staff is central to this commitment, and the Council will ensure that its recruitment policies and practices are robust, and that selection procedures prevent unsuitable people from gaining access to children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff employed to work with or on behalf of children and young people in the Council must be competent. All staff working with Children & Vulnerable Adults should be aware of, and share the commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when applying for posts at Enfield Council. LGV Technician, Fleet Services & Pers Spec Jan12 Page 6 of 7 PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title: LGV Technician Grade: SO1 Department: Highways and Transportation Team: Fleet Services KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (You are not restricted to 2 criteria for each category) HOW TESTED Application – A Test – T Interview – I Job Specifics – Skills, Experience and Competencies (In this section you should list between 4 and a maximum of 8 essential recruitment and selection criteria and 2 desirable criteria). The information you provide in this section will be used in the recruitment application process to assess the suitability of job applicants. Essential: 1) Substantial experience of motor vehicle technology on cars, light goods vehicles, municipal vehicles and parks equipment. 2) Practical experience in general hydraulic, welding and electrical repairs. 3) Experience of repair and maintenance of cars, light goods vehicles, municipal vehicles and parks equipment. 4) Diagnostic skills in relation to repair and maintenance of cars, light goods vehicles, municipal vehicles and parks equipment. 5) Flexible approach to work and ability to adapt to changing working environment (including shift pattern) to meet customer needs 6) Ability to work under/on vehicles at varying heights, and in confined spaces. The ability to access Inspection pits via ladders 7) Experience of using computer systems to record work undertaken and to check vehicles previous history. 8) To work as part of a team Desirable: 1) To be a qualified VOSA MOT tester for class 4 and 5 A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A Knowledge 1. Knowledge of workplace health and safety. 2. Evidence of continuous professional development Qualification(s) 1. City and Guilds part 1, 2 and 3 in motor vehicle maintenance or equivalent 2. A Other Special Requirements 1. LGV class C driving licence 2. A If you want specific knowledge assessed to determine the suitability of a job applicant, or a specific qualification is required for the postholder to undertake the job role, or there is a special requirement that needs to be assessed, you must also include these requirements in the Job Specifics – Skills, Experience and Competencies section. fleet workshop night shift technician