Vehicle Maintenance Fitter

Schools’ Choice; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Fitter in Rugby for a 3-month assignment. The role involves servicing and repairing vehicles in compliance with VOSA standards, ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification and be able to interact professionally with the public.

Qualifications

• Ideally qualified for taxi compliance and MOT Class 4 and 7 preparation tests.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and compliance.
• Willingness to complete necessary training for non-qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct servicing, repairs, and MOT preparations for the Council's fleet.
• Ensure maintenance work complies with health and safety policies.
• Attend to breakdowns at roadside and maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

Knowledge of VOSA Standards

Vehicle Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Fitter

Location: Rugby, On-Site

Assignment Length: 3 months

Rate: £17.29 (PAYE), £22.93 (umbrella) negotiable per hour

Opus People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Vehicle Maintenance Fitter for a client in Rugby.

Essential: Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (iRTEC) & Knowledge of VOSA Standards and vehicle compliance regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Vehicle Maintenance & Repair: Conduct all required servicing, repairs, and MOT preparations for the Council's fleet, ensuring all vehicles, plant, and machinery meet VOSA and Council standards.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all maintenance, repair work, and workshop practices are compliant with Health and Safety policies.
• Documentation: Accurately document all maintenance activities per VOSA and Council requirements.
• Mobile Response: Attend to breakdowns at the roadside and landfill sites during working hours.
• Taxi and MOT Compliance Testing: Prepare and perform compliance checks on Hackney Carriages and other hire vehicles, in addition to Department of Transport testing preparations.
• Workplace Organisation: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment, including safe storage and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Ideally qualified to perform taxi compliance and MOT Class 4 and 7 preparation tests. Candidates without qualifications must be willing to complete necessary training.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, safety protocols, and compliance requirements.
• Customer Service: Ability to interact courteously with the public and Council representatives.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work varied hours, including weekends and bank holidays as needed.
• Health & Safety: Commitment to Health and Safety protocols, with knowledge of safe maintenance practices.