HGV Technician

Petit Forestier Group; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Petit Forestier Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled depot mechanic to service, repair and maintain a fleet of vehicles to the highest standards. You will inspect, prepare for MOT, and ensure O-licence compliance while documenting work and parts usage.

The role requires a strong knowledge of mechanics and electrics, formal qualifications, and a proven track record in commercial vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of mechanics and electrics.
• Apprenticeship or formal qualification in vehicle maintenance.
• Experience with commercial vehicle fleets and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to read maintenance manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute vehicle inspections, services and repairs.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT standards and regulatory compliance.
• Accurately complete job sheets and record time spent.
• Use workshop equipment safely and maintain clean work area.
• Record parts usage and liaise with procurement as needed.
• Communicate progress to Foreman/Manager and flag delays.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Contribute to first-time fix targets and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Mechanics

Electrical systems

Planning

Time management

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Education

City & Guilds Level 1

City & Guilds Level 2

City & Guilds Level 3

Apprenticeship in commercial fitter

Job description

Summary of the role's main purposeAs an integral member of the depot, you will be supporting their overarching team goal of making a difference to all of our customers by ensuring all vehicles are serviced, repaired and maintained to the highest standard. The successful candidate will also be responsible for carrying out inspections, preparing vehicles to ensure MOT standards are met and in compliance with the company's O license regulations.Principle AccountabilitiesTo ensure all service and inspection documentation is correctly completed.Management of individual workload and job assignment.Accurate completion of job sheets and quantification of time.Use of workshop equipment in a correct manner.Contribute towards effective “preventative maintenance”.Ensure Health and Safety regulations are adhered to at all times.Correctly record the use of parts.Supply own tools as specified from the Company.Complete all work to a “right first time standard”.Prepare and submit vehicles to a standard appropriate for the issuing of an annual test certificate.Communicate accurately with Foreman / Manager as to Work in Progress and any anticipated delays or issues.Ensure that knowledge is in line with modern technologies and developments applicable to the role.Ensure that good housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.Any other ad-hoc duties as required.Measures of SuccessAchievement of expectations in line with the Petit Forestier Procedures.High “first time fix” rates.Achievement of 100% Vehicle Inspections.Measured Productivity, Quality and Efficiency.Customer Satisfaction Index.Record of ongoing personal development.Resources Available to the Job-HolderWorkshop facility.Relevant in-house training.PPE.Level of Decision-Making AuthorityPOWERS DEVOLVED: Decisions the jobholder can take.Technical recommendations.POWERS WITHHELD: Decisions which must be referred elsewhere.Approval of changes to policies and procedures.Equipment purchasing and procurement.Maintenance spend.Maintenance spend involving third parties.Staff disciplinaries.Key Leadership BehavioursPlanning and executing vehicle inspection, service and repairs and accountability for results.Key Technical SkillsWorking knowledge of current vehicle operating systems.Core Areas of Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssentialExcellent knowledge of mechanics & electrics.Full Driving License (preferably including full HGV entitlements).Appropriate technical qualifications.Excellent understanding of vehicle maintenance requirements and procedures.Effective verbal and written skills, coupled with strong decision making and problem solving skills.Planning and time management.Apprenticeship training as commercial fitter.Extensive experience as a mechanic in a commercial vehicle environment.City & Guilds levels 1 and 2. DesirableExcellent knowledge of transport refrigeration.Experience of training apprentices.Knowledge of Transportation and Logistics industry.Strong PC literacy.Understanding of vehicle maintenance.Refrigeration experience.City & Guilds level 3.