Workshop Assistant

Pentagon Motor Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Technician Scheme

Sales Lead Reward

23 days holiday

Medical insurance discount

Progression opportunities

Onsite Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

Motus Commercials in Carlisle is seeking a Driver & Support Operative to join our team. The role involves loading/unloading with a forklift, presenting vehicles for MOT testing, collecting and delivering customer vehicles, and maintaining a clean, safe workshop and yard.

We require an HGV Class 1 licence, excellent communication, and knowledge of the local area. Forklift licence is advantageous; workshop or automotive experience is preferred, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence.
• Brilliant levels of communication written and verbal.
• Knowledge of local area.
• Forklift licence an advantage (training can be provided).
• Experience in a workshop or automotive environment preferred.
• Strong attention to Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Loading/unloading test weights using a Forklift/Pallet truck for break testing - training available.
• Presenting vehicles for MOT testing.
• Collection and delivery of customers vehicles.
• Keeping the workshop/Yard clean, tidy and safe at all times.
• Maintaining organised truck parking in the yard.
• Steam Clean vehicles for MOT testing.
• Minor site repairs where possible.
• Assisting Technicians where required.

Skills

Communication (written and verbal)

Local area knowledge

Health & Safety awareness

Forklift licence/training

Workshop/automotive experience

Job description

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Driver & Support Operative Wanted at Motus Commercials, the largest DAF Trucks Dealer Group in Europe and Largest independent commercial vehicle dealer group in the UK

Here at Motus Commercials we’re proud to employ great colleagues who are passionate about their roles. When looking for the right role, we recognise everyone has different needs, considerations and aspirations. So no matter who you are, what you need or where you’re going, Motus Commercials want to be a part of your future.

Location: Carlisle

Hours:

Monday to Friday 8.00am - 17.00pm Alternate Saturdays 8.00am - 12.00pm

Job share/Part time positions also available

What will you be doing:

• Loading/unloading test weights using a Forklift/Pallet truck for break testing - training available
• Presenting vehicles for MOT testing
• Collection and delivery of customers vehicles
• Keeping the workshop/Yard clean, tidy and safe at all times
• Maintaining organised truck parking in the yard
• Steam Clean vehicles for MOT testing
• Minor site repairs where possible
• Assisting Technicians where required

What are we looking for:

• HGV Class 1 Licence
• Brilliant levels of communication written and verbal
• Knowledge of local area
• Forklift licence an advantage (training can be provided)
• Experience in a workshop or automotive environment preferred
• Strong attention to Health & Safety

What’s in it for you:

• Refer a Technician Scheme- recommend someone we hire and receive£2000
• Sales Lead Reward - receive £500 for every successful sales lead you introduce
• 23 days holiday rising to 25
• Discounted medical insurance
• Progression opportunities
• Onsite Mental Health First Aiders

Plus many more extensive company benefits!

So if you’re looking to work for a company who believes it’s colleagues truly are its most important asset, who promotes a fully inclusive talent dominated workplace.