About Us: Over the last 60 years, we have grown to become one of Northern Ireland's largest independent oil distributors, operating with a large fleet of vehicles.
The role of HGV Mechanic is to increase productivity and efficiency within your department and ensure the smooth operation of our Transport function. This includes inspections, MOT preparation, diagnostic work, fault finding, repairs, maintenance, assisting at breakdowns, and recording essential maintenance paperwork.
You will be reporting to the Operations Director while working as part of a team of experienced mechanics.
Responsibilities:
* Maintenance and repair of all vehicle types.
* Plant maintenance and repair of any site equipment that falls within the capabilities of a vehicle mechanic.
* Conduct routine inspections, including part and machinery repair cost analysis, highlighting the need to repair or replace.
* Pre-MOT inspections as necessary.
* Vehicle roadworthiness inspections.
* Produce vehicle defects diagnosis reports and communicate findings with the Service Manager/Operation Director.
* Monitoring the general wear and tear of vehicles and their parts, recording any abnormalities, and reporting to the Lead mechanic/Operations Director.
* Carrying out any general repairs, major overhauls, or replacements of vehicle engines and gearboxes as required.
* Attend vehicle breakdowns and conduct roadside repairs as necessary.
* Carrying out automotive electrical work.
* Carrying out gas and electrical welding as necessary.
* Liaise with the Mechanic Supervisor/Operations Director and determine the specification of work to be undertaken, consulting with the Service Manager to agreed KPIs and costings.
* Liaise with the lead mechanic/Operations Director in relation to the ordering of parts, equipment, etc., as required with suppliers.
* Responsible for vehicle/maintenance site security as appropriate.
* Adhering to all relevant Health and Safety legislation.
* To complete all documentation, including worksheets, certificates, receipts, applying signatures as appropriate, and in accordance with company policy and procedures.
* To undertake statutory training as and when required.
Requirements:
* Fully qualified to City & Guilds level 3, BTEC, or NVQ in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Maintenance & Repair, or equivalent.
* Must have worked in a workshop environment within the last two years conducting a similar role that displays ability to work as part of a team.
* Practical knowledge of modern diagnostic equipment/techniques.
* Computer literate.
* Full, valid driving license; HGV license preferable but not essential.
* Able to work in a busy and high-pressure environment.
* Display a high level of enthusiasm and self-motivation, always having a can-do attitude.
Location: Head Office, Greysteel and Belfast
Hours: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Monday to Friday (One-hour lunch break unpaid)
Salary: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.