Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Posted 3 hours 46 minutes ago by Grant Palmer Limited

£40,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Motoring & Automotive Jobs
Bedfordshire, Westoning, United Kingdom, MK45 5BP
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Semi skilled Vehicle Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience in the repair and maintenance of different types of vehicles.

Grant Palmer is Bedfordshire's family-owned bus company since 1999. We provide a mixture of public bus services, corporate contract work and school transport. We're forward thinking and motivated to create the best experience for our staff and customers - spending over £2million in new buses since 2016 and constantly investing in our staff and people.

When you join our team you'll be part of the family and the team here will work thoroughly to support your needs. We look after our staff with BUPA healthcare- giving you money towards your prescriptions, routine dental appointments and opticians. Our People's Pension scheme will give you a secure and prosperous retirement, whilst our employee assistance scheme can support you.

A PCV or HGV licence would be preferred but training to obtain PCV licence is available after a qualifying period.

Duties

Diagnose, repair, and maintain buses to above DVSA standards
Perform routine servicing and safety checks
Identify and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
Ensure high-quality workmanship and compliance with safety standards

Experience

Proven experience in heavy vehicle repair and maintenance is preferred but not essential
Strong knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions is preferrable
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and commitment to safety

In return we offer the right candidate the job security, competitive pay rate and excellent training opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free or subsidised travel
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Store discount

Experience:
vehicle mechanic: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
PSV/HGV licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person