HGV Mechanic

BlueArrow; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation services company is seeking an HGV Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, producing reports on vehicle defects, and performing roadside repairs. Ideal candidates must have a qualification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics and experience in a workshop environment. The role is permanent and based in Greysteel with a salary of £18.00 - £20.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics.
• Worked in a workshop environment in the last two years.
• Practical knowledge of modern diagnostic equipment.
• Full, valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all vehicle types.
• Conduct routine inspections and repairs.
• Produce vehicle defects diagnosis reports.
• Attend vehicle breakdowns and conduct repairs.

Skills

Use of modern diagnostic equipment

Team collaboration

High-pressure environment adaptability

Enthusiasm and self-motivation

Education

City & Guilds level 3, BTEC or NVQ in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Role: HGV Mechanic Location: Greysteel Hours: 08.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (One-hour lunch break unpaid) Salary: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Permanent role

Your role: The role of HGV Mechanic is to increase productivity and efficiency within your department and ensure the smooth operating of our Transport function with inspections, MOT prep diagnostic work and fault finding, repairs and maintenance and assisting at breakdowns and recording essential maintenance paperwork. You will be reporting to the Operations Director while working as part of a team of experienced mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of all vehicle types.
• Plant maintenance and repair of any site equipment of a type that by its nature and design falls in the capabilities of a vehicle mechanic.
• Conduct routine inspections, including part and machinery repair cost analysis highlighting the need to repair or replace.
• Pre‑MOT inspections as necessary.
• Vehicle roadworthiness inspections.
• Produce vehicle defects diagnosis reports and communicate findings with Service Manager / Operation Director.
• Monitoring the general wear and tear of vehicles and their parts while recording any abnormalities and reporting to the Lead mechanic / Operations Director.
• Carrying out any general repairs, major overhauls or replacements of vehicle engines and gearboxes as required.
• Attend vehicle breakdowns and conduct roadside repairs as necessary.
• Carrying out automotive electrical work.
• Carrying out gas and electrical welding as necessary.
• Liaise with Mechanic Supervisor / Operations Director and determine specification of work to be undertaken whilst consulting with Service Manager to agreed KPIs and costings.
• Liaise with lead mechanic / Operations Director in relation to the ordering of parts, equipment etc. as required with suppliers.
• Responsible vehicle / maintenance site security as appropriate.
• Adhering to all relevant Health and safety legislation.
• To complete all documentation including worksheets, certificates, receipts applying signatures as appropriate and in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• To undertake statutory training as and when required.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to City & Guilds level 3, BTEC or NVQ in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Must have worked in a workshop environment within the last two years conducting a similar role that displays your ability to part of a team.
• You must have practical knowledge of modern diagnostic equipment / techniques.
• You must be computer literate.
• You will have a full, valid driving license.
• HGV licence preferable, not essential.
• You must have the ability to work in a busy and high-pressure environment.
• You will display a high level of enthusiasm and self‑motivation, and will always have a can‑do attitude.

If this sounds like you, then please apply with your CV today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.