Skilled HGV & Plant Mechanic

We currently have an opportunity for a full-time HGV & plant mechanic to join our team.

Based in Ramsbottom, we are one of the largest, family run, waste management companies in Manchester, Lancashire and the North West. We run a fleet of mainly Volvo HGV's and Volvo and Liebherr plant that we maintain to a very high standard.

Competitive salary based on experience.

Minimum 3 years experience working on HGV's.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Inspecting vehicles

Diagnosing faults

Servicing vehicles

Prepping vehicles and trailers to MOT standard

Repairs and on-going maintenance - carrying out a wide range of defect repairs from replacing a bulb to replacing brake discs and pads or a hydraulic ram on either HGV or plant

Attending to vehicle and plant breakdowns on and off site

Vehicle tyre changes on and off site

Problem solving

Must be able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team

Diagnose and repair hydraulic faults

Able to complete daily defect sheets, paperwork, job cards and service sheets in a timely manner

Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles and plant

Good literacy and numeracy skills and attention to detail are important

Any further training needed will be provided

Monday - Friday 7-5 with occasional overtime

29 days holiday per year including bank holidays

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification:
Category CE Licence (required)

Work Location: In person