We are currently recruiting for an experienced Heavy Haulage Mechanic to join a busy operation in the West Midlands.
You will play a key role in keeping a specialist heavy haulage fleet safe, roadworthy and fully operational, carrying out planned maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs.
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Carry out routine planned maintenance and inspections on tractor units, trailers and associated equipment.
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Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across a heavy haulage fleet.
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Complete repairs and modifications identified through vehicle defect reports.
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Ensure vehicles and equipment remain safe, compliant and roadworthy.
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Work to manufacturer guidelines, planned maintenance schedules and vehicle operating standards.
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Carry out breakdown maintenance at operational sites when required.
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Identify and report major faults, defects, malfunctions, accidents and incidents.
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Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection standards.
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Keep the workshop and working areas clean, safe and organised.
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Work in accordance with company procedures, risk assessments and Health & Safety requirements.
You should have:
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Experience maintaining, servicing and inspecting heavy vehicles, HGVs, trailers, plant or similar equipment.
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City & Guilds Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
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NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or a related discipline.
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Full, clean UK driving licence.
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HGV licence desirable
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Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
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Good communication and organisational skills
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Flexible approach to attending breakdowns or site-based repairs when required.
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Up to £19/hour DOE
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40-hour working week.
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Regular overtime opportunities.
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33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
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5% pension contribution
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Varied work across specialist HGVs, tractor units, trailers and associated equipment.
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Hands-on role within an experienced workshop team.
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Opportunity to develop your experience within a technically demanding heavy transport operation.
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