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Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire
Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00, with call-out cover every third week.
An opportunity has arisen for an HGV Technician to join our client’s successful team in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire.
About our client:
My client is a national UK bakery based at the heart of communities across the UK. They produce household favourites, and their commitment to quality, service, and partnership means that many of the UK’s leading supermarkets trust them with their own-label bakery ranges. They maintain one of the best safety performance records in the industry and believe that their business success depends on having the right team members.
They operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 364 days a year. Their fleet of drivers departs from 8 bakeries and 6 depots to deliver freshly baked bread and bakery goods nationwide, ensuring delivery in time for breakfast.
Overview of role:
You will perform safe and efficient inspections, services, and repairs of all vehicles, trailers, and ancillary equipment according to scheduled plans and operating procedures.
Key Accountabilities:
* Ensure repairs meet or exceed standards set by DVSA.
* Perform duties in accordance with safety, environmental, and maintenance procedures.
* Coordinate with VMU shift Co-ordinator / FLM and Logistics team to ensure vehicle availability aligns with delivery schedules.
* Achieve shift KPI’s through efficient work practices.
* Follow safety procedures and report non-compliance issues.
* Use resources effectively to complete tasks.
* Maintain vehicles and fleet assets according to company and DVSA standards.
* Assist in liaising with Transport and Logistics departments regarding vehicle availability.
* Utilize sub-contractors effectively.
* Perform additional duties as required, demonstrating flexibility.
Benefits include:
* 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Mental health support
* Extra Slice discount system (10% off retailers like B&Q)
* Up to 10% matched pension scheme
What we would like from you:
* City and Guilds LGV Qualifications or relevant equivalent in LGV Vehicle Crafts.
* LGV Licence C E.
* Previous experience in LGV fleet maintenance.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
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