HGV Mechanic

Vans For Bands Ltd; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of sleeper coaches is seeking an HGV Mechanic to maintain their fleet, ensuring high standards as per company and DVSA guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 NVQ in HGV maintenance and 5+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical systems. Responsibilities include servicing, inspections, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Benefits include a company pension and further training opportunities. This role requires a proactive attitude and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

Company pension

Further ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proven knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Welding experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing in accordance with company policy.
• Perform Periodic Maintenance Inspections and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policy.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnosing vehicle faults

Health and Safety compliance

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

Level 3 NVQ in HGV or PSV maintenance

Job description

Job Title: HGV Mechanic

Location: Begbroke, Oxfordshire

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

About Us

Vans for Bands (VFB) is a leading supplier of sleeper coaches and splitter vans to customers from across the music, comedy, events, theatre and TV production and sports industries. It is of vital importance that our fleet is maintained to the very highest standards as set by the company and the DVSA.

We are a forward thinking employer who invests in our team through ongoing training and attention to maintaining a healthy work/life balance. We have found that experienced HGV mechanics are an excellent fit for our team.

Job Overview

You will be joining our team of 5 full time mechanics maintaining and repairing our sleeper coach and splitter van fleet in our purpose built workshops, located at our Begbroke site (OX5 1RG). There will also be some assisting with maintenance of our LCV fleet as the schedule allows.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing in accordance with company policy
• Carrying out Periodic Maintenance Inspections and repair to both company and DVSA standards
• Preparing and presenting for MOTs
• Diagnosing vehicle faults and specifying the correct method of repair and warranty claims are in line with terms
• Ensuring correct paperwork is completed and accurate records maintained in a timely manner
• Adhering to good housekeeping practices including general tidiness in the workshop and return of all tools and equipment to their designated place
• Attending on‑road vehicle breakdowns
• Carrying out vehicle road testing where necessary to determine specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair
• Complying with Health and Safety policy and guidance documents
• Adopting methods of safe working
• Overtime will be available when required during busy periods

About you

• Level 3 NVQ in HGV or PSV maintenance, repair and diagnostics or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years industry experience of both mechanical and electrical systems
• PSV licence would also be a bonus (not essential)
• Welding experience would also be desirable.
• Have proven knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act
• Ability to work effectively unsupervised, use own initiative and remain focused and consistent and a 'can do' attitude

Benefits

• Company pension
• Further on‑going training opportunities

Additional Information

If you would like further information about the role, please contact our HR Team.

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Candidates with experience of; Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician, HGV Technician, HGV Engineer, LGV Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Support Technician, Maintenance Support Engineer may also be considered for this role.