Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Galaxy Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Plymouth is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Technician to carry out maintenance and repair work on vehicles. The role requires experience as an HGV Mechanic, with strong diagnostic and communication skills. You will enjoy benefits such as 25 days of leave, private medical insurance, and a pension plan. This is a full-time position with a salary of £43,108 PA, plus overtime.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension plan with contributions

Market-leading discount scheme

Qualifications

• HGV Mechanic experience required.
• Strong knowledge of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair on company vehicles.
• Execute repairs following Health and Safety legislation.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Mechanics

Diagnostic Skills

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Education

City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: VMT (Vehicle Maintenance Technician)

Area: Plymouth

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days) Back Shift Mon to Fri 11am till 10pm

Permanent

Salary: £43,108 PA Basic, £19.51 PH Overtime Extra at X1.5

Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing per year worked

Responsibilities

• As a VMT you will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order.
• Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics.
• You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
• It's crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies.
• Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• The ideal candidate should hold education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or possess an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential.
• While it is preferable to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR, these are not mandatory.
• You should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems.
• The role requires someone who can multitask, meet key deadlines, and exhibit rigorous fault-finding skills. You should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, which increases with your time with us, plus all the usual statutory bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, and if you'd like to add family coverage, you can do so at a discounted rate.
• Pension 4.5% contribution from us, increasing to 7.5% after two years. From day one, you'll also have life assurance coverage of four times your salary. After two years, you'll benefit from income protection covering 50% of your salary.
• Take advantage of our market-leading discount scheme with major retailers and save on holidays with our purchase scheme. We also offer discounted gas and appliances to make life a little easier.

I you are interested and want to hear more information, contact David Steel

On (phone number removed)