Vehicle Mechanic

SRC Aggregates; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

SRC Aggregates is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth running of vehicles and plant machinery. The role involves performing mechanical repairs, managing fleet maintenance, and adhering to safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 NVQ in light vehicle maintenance, strong communication skills, and experience in a busy environment. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic team and contribute to the company's operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing mechanical repairs.
• Enthusiastic and committed, able to learn quickly.
• Ability to work with individuals across departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair company vehicles and plant machinery.
• Diagnose issues and carry out preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience working with vehicles

Welding experience

Health and Safety trained

Education

Level 3 NVQ in light vehicle maintenance

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
The purpose of the role is to assist with the smooth running of vehicles and plant machinery within SRC Group and maintain plant equipment to a high standard.

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Responsible to: Maintenance Manager
• Responsible for: None
• Liaison with: Managers, Employees

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

MAIN TASKS OF JOB:

• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on company vehicles.
• Service and maintain SRC fleet of vehicles.
• Diagnose issues with vehicles.
• Conduct inspections and identify necessary repairs or replacements.
• Assemble vehicle components as needed.
• Utilise power and hand tools to complete repairs.
• Ensure preventative maintenance, repair work, and installations are carried out as per instructions from Maintenance Manager.
• Fault find mechanical faults and repair equipment in breakdown situations.
• Ensure parts and equipment availability prior to maintenance or repair work.
• Report or repair any Service equipment requiring remedial work that may affect operations.
• Complete accurate records for all work using Service and Inspection schedules.
• Identify and maintain tools and equipment as instructed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain issued Personal Protection Equipment in a safe and hygienic condition and use it throughout duties.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and files.
• Comply with the company’s Factory Production Control Manual in support of SRC Quality Objectives.
• Act in accordance with the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and practices, reporting issues appropriately.
• Perform duties as directed by the Manager.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must have Level 3 NVQ in light vehicle maintenance or equivalent.
• Enthusiastic, committed, and a fast learner with experience in a busy environment.
• Health and Safety trained or working towards it.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to take instruction.
• Ability to work with individuals across departments.
• Experience working with vehicles.
• Welding experience.