DVehicle Maintanence Technician

NBT Brunei (Inchcape); Plymouth; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle maintenance company in Plymouth is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Technician (VMT) to join their team. You will be responsible for performing maintenance and repair work on a fleet of vehicles, ensuring they meet safety standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience as an HGV Mechanic and a relevant mechanical qualification. The role offers competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme, along with other benefits like annual leave and a discount scheme. Interested candidates should reach out for more information.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Market-leading discount scheme

Qualifications

• Education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic is essential.
• Strong knowledge of vehicles, trailers, and workshop equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work on the vehicle fleet.
• Execute repairs to the highest standards following health and safety guidelines.
• Operate relevant equipment and complete associated documentation accurately.

Skills

HGV Mechanic experience

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: VMT (Vehicle Maintenance Technician)

Area: Plymouth

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days) Back Shift Mon to Fri 11am till 10pm

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: £43,108 PA Basic, £19.51 PH Overtime Extra at X1.5

Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing per year worked

Responsibilities

As a VMT you will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order.

Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics.

You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team.

Its crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies.

Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Key Skills & Knowledge

The ideal candidate should hold education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or possess an equivalent engineering discipline.

Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential.

While it is preferable to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR, these are not mandatory.

You should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems.

The role requires someone who can multitask, meet key deadlines, and exhibit rigorous fault-finding skills. You should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave, which increases with your time with us, plus all the usual statutory bank holidays.

Private medical insurance, and if you’d like to add family coverage, you can do so at a discounted rate.

Pension 4.5% contribution from us, increasing to 7.5% after two years. From day one, you’ll also have life assurance coverage of four times your salary. After two years, you’ll benefit from income protection covering 50% of your salary.

Take advantage of our market-leading discount scheme with major retailers and save on holidays with our purchase scheme. We also offer discounted gas and appliances to make life a little easier.

Contact

Interested and want to hear more information? Contact David Steel on 01842820409.

Skills Required

HGV Engineer, ADR, Class1,2 VMT

Keywords

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