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Managing People Systems, Transformation & Recruitment at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
HGV Technician | Salary £35,235 per annum (plus standby payment of up to £5,423 available when standby duties are undertaken) + benefits
As an HGV Technician you will:
* Undertake maintenance of the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft.
* Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects.
* Prepare vehicles for MOT.
* Carry out all work in a safe manner at all times.
* Attend Stations and other Service locations to carry out maintenance/repairs
We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:
* A relevant Mechanical qualification such as a technical certificate, NVQ or apprenticeship.
* Proven experience in a work environment of diagnosing and rectifying 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
* Ability to fabricate basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood.
* Excellent communication and IT skills
* Ability to work consistently and to deadlines whilst producing good quality work.
The Technical Services Centre is a purpose-built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead. Technical Services is a modernised central transport, property and equipment maintenance and supply facility.
The Technical Services department co-ordinates the development and delivery of asset storage and issue, maintenance, evaluation, specification and compliance with all technical, legal and policy standards. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the effective and efficient management of transport and operational equipment assets along with the provision of PPE, fuel and consumables, which supports the continuous improvement of service delivery.
Key employee benefits
* Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service and 31 days after 10 years’ service)
* 3 additional days leave to be used over the Christmas period (26 days in total)
* Flexi-time scheme in operation(with potential to accrue up to 2 days flexi every 4 weeks)
* Local Government Pension Scheme with significant employer contributions
* Service issued uniform for all staff
* Free on-site parking
* Free on-site gym
* Blue Light Membership (High Street & online discounts with participating retailers)
* Salary sacrifice car leasing scheme
* Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
* Flexible working arrangements
* Opportunities for continued professional & personaldevelopment
About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.
The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.
Our facilities
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters are located in purpose-built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.
The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes either a Standard or Enhanced DBS check relevant to the role, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.
To apply for this role, please go to our website; https://www.twfire.gov.uk/current-vacancies/
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