We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Powys to assist with the appointment of a HGV Technician, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £14.63 - £18.61 per hour
Responsibilities:
* Carry out preventative maintenance inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis, MOT preparation, and parts replacement.
* Support the Fleet Operations Supervisor in delivering inspections and maintenance in line with DVSA and manufacturer standards.
* Maintain accurate digital records, inspection sheets, and service reports.
* Use diagnostic IT equipment to identify faults and carry out road tests (if licence permits).
* Provide out-of-hours support during winter and bank holidays as required.
* Promote safe working practices, maintain workshop standards, and mentor apprentices.
Qualifications and Training:
* Level 3 (QCF) qualification in repair/maintenance of vehicles or heavy plant, or equivalent.
* Current IRTEC Advanced Technician licence OR DVSA Nominated Tester.
* Full valid Category B licence.
* Category C licence (or ability to attain within 2 years).
* Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
Knowledge and Skills:
* Strong knowledge of mechanical systems across a wide range of vehicles and plant.
* Understanding of health & safety in workshop environments.
* Experience using diagnostic equipment.
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines, and stay organised.
Essential Experience:
* Heavy vehicle or heavy plant maintenance.
* Vehicle inspection to DVSA standards.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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