Mechanic Engine Dismantler

Charles Trent Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle depollution and dismantling company in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled individual for their Depollution and Dismantling team. The role involves safely depolluting vehicles and dismantling powertrain units. Candidates should have mechanical qualifications and knowledge of power tools. The company offers a structured work schedule, discounted fuel, health benefits, and career growth opportunities upon joining their team.

Benefits

Discounted fuel

Health Cash Plan with Health Shield

Critical Illness Cover

Death in Service Benefit

28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Mechanical qualifications, preferably to level 2 or 3 in vehicle mechanics.
• Knowledge of dismantling techniques and use of power tools.
• Experience in a safe, structured manner and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely depollute end-of-life vehicles using modern fluid recovery systems.
• Dismantle powertrain units and identify reusable components.
• Sort waste materials into recycling streams.

Skills

Mechanical qualifications

Knowledge of dismantling techniques

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Level 2 or 3 in vehicle mechanics or similar

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a reliable and skilled individual to join our Depollution and Dismantling team. In this role, you'll be responsible for safely depolluting end-of-life vehicles using our modern fluid recovery systems. You'll also dismantle powertrain units in the workshop, carefully identifying components suitable for re-sale or recycling. If you're someone who takes pride in doing a job safely, accurately and efficiently, and enjoys working with your hands in a team environment, this role could be perfect for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Applying dismantling safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Removing quality required parts without damage
• Extracting and sorting the different recyclable core items
• Working on a purpose-built depollution rig with specialist equipment
• Draining all fluids from vehicles
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations are met
• Completing routine paperwork
• Sort waste materials into recycling streams
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness in all areas
• Ensure daily targets are met
• Working on a 3-week rota, 1 week depollution, 2 weeks engine dismantling
• 42.5 hours per week (8am - 5pm Monday to Friday)

Qualifications

• Mechanical qualifications (preferably to level 2 or 3 in vehicle mechanics or similar) and/or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of the techniques used for dismantling and of power tools
• Teamwork
• Communication and problem solving skills
• Understanding and following of documented procedures
• Experience working in a safe, structured, methodical and tidy manner
• Own tools essential

Benefits

• Discounted fuel and staff discount on parts from day one!
• Health & wellbeing perks (after probation):
  • Health Cash Plan with Health Shield
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Family Day & Community Volunteer Day
• 28 days holiday per year and extra holiday after 3 years' service
• Increased pension contribution after 5 years

Join Us

At Charles Trent we don't just offer jobs, we offer long term careers with purpose, opportunity, and real impact. If you're ready to bring mechanics experience, structure, precision and a proactive attitude to our team, we'd love to hear from you.