HGV Mechanic

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Bradford; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in the UK is seeking a skilled HGV Mechanic for maintenance and repairs in Bradford. The role is full-time and on a temporary contract basis, offering £23.48 per hour. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, diagnosing faults, performing repairs, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should be experienced in vehicle maintenance and compliance. Interested applicants should apply with their CV on the agency's website or via email.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of safety inspections and compliance.
• Familiarity with completing repair documentation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planned service and safety inspections of vehicles.
• Diagnose faults and recommend cost-effective repairs.
• Repair vehicles and equipment as instructed.
• Carry out auto electrical repairs and maintain work area.
• Attend breakdowns and undertake recoveries.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Cost-effective repairs

Welding fabrication

Auto electrical repairs

Attention to detail

Job description

HGV Mechanic needed in Bradford, £23.48ph PAYE - Reference: BD1

This is a Full time role on a temporary contract basis.

Responsibilities

Undertake the maintenance and repair, to a range of vehicles and machines and plant equipment, to the required quality standards, in an efficient and cost effective manner.

1. Undertake planned service and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
2. Diagnose faults, recommend and undertake cost effective repairs
3. Repair of vehicles/equipment as instructed.
4. Carry out auto electrical repairs.
5. Order spares at stores.
6. Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
7. Attend breakdowns and undertake vehicle / equipment recoveries.
8. Occasionally collect spare parts from Suppliers.
9. Manoeuvre vehicles as required.
10. Complete time sheets, job sheets, service sheets and inspection reports in line with Policy, ‘O’ licence compliance and good practice.
11. In exception undertake steam cleaning of vehicles prior to repairs including DOE/MOT preparation.
12. Take vehicles to specialist repairers.
13. Take vehicles to MOT and DOE test stations, rectify minor failure items (following approval / on site).
14. Repair tools and equipment within the workplace.
15. Carry out welding fabrication and repairs (gas, electric, mig).
16. Liaise with Vehicle Workshop Team Leader(s) and Management where necessary.
17. Diagnose vehicle defects to aid colleagues and categorise repairs.
18. Undertake all tasks with due diligence to the best of your ability and be accountable for your repairs.
19. Undertake other reasonable duties (with competence and experience) as requested in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.