Job Title: HGV Transport Technician
Ref number: Tyne & Wear 5093115333390
Requirements:
* Full current driving licence
* Basic DBS required for this role
The team is seeking a time-served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, including a minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance. You will be an Engineer with previous experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles, and/or plant. You will be able to provide cover via standby as part of a prescribed and agreed system, which includes weekends, weekdays out of hours, and a rota system. Candidates are paid a standby payment when they have conducted standby duties in addition to their standard hourly rate.
Qualifications:
* A time-served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
* Must have a full current driving licence to meet the travel requirements of the role.
* Current full driving licence (Cat B) and LGV licence (Cat C), or be prepared to obtain Cat C within 12 months of appointment. The Service may supply the necessary training to obtain this entitlement.
Skills & Experience:
* An Engineer with experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles, and/or plant.
* An up-to-date knowledge of modern vehicle and plant systems, including applicable legislation.
* Ability to carry out a variety of strenuous tasks.
* Ability to diagnose and rectify faults, including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant.
* Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs, including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS, and traction control systems.
* Able to fabricate using a variety of materials, including metal, wood, and fibreglass.
* A commitment to safe working principles and practices.
* Ability to operate a range of tools and equipment as necessary.
* Able to provide cover via standby as part of a prescribed and agreed system, which includes weekends, weekdays out of hours, and a rota system.
* Able to work to a flexible working scheme, which may include some weekends/evenings.
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