Workshop Technician MacGregor Industrial Supplies

McDonald's Inverness High Street; Kirkwall; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Company uniform

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Additional holiday entitlement after a

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

MacGregor Industrial Supplies in Kirkwall, Orkney, is seeking a Workshop Technician to service, maintain and repair Honda ATVs and groundcare equipment, lawnmowers and related machinery. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, carry out repairs to manufacturer standards and keep detailed service records.

Ideal candidates have practical experience with two-stroke and four-stroke engines, good diagnostic abilities, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to work independently or as

Qualifications

• Practical experience servicing mechanical equipment.
• Good mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with two-stroke and four-stroke engines and groundcare equipment.
• Willingness to undertake further training and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair Honda ATVs and groundcare machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out repairs.
• Inspect equipment and identify replacement parts.
• Order parts and materials when required.
• Prepare quotations for customers and maintain service records.
• Use diagnostic systems and software to support repairs.
• Complete inspections and prepare machinery for delivery to customers.
• Keep workshop safe, tidy and compliant with health and safety policies.
• Support other branches when needed.

Skills

Mechanical repair experience

Electrical diagnostic skills

Fault identification

Customer service & communication

Education

Vocational qualifications (HNC/HND, City & Guilds, SVQ2/3)

Tools

Manufacturer diagnostic systems & software

Job description

MacGregor Industrial Supplies is looking for a Workshop Technician to join its team in Kirkwall, Orkney.
This position would suit someone with mechanical repair experience who enjoys diagnosing faults, working on different types of machinery and keeping equipment in good working order.

The Role

Service, maintain and repair Honda ATVs, groundcare equipment, lawnmowers and other professional machinery.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
Carry out repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards.
Inspect equipment and identify replacement parts.
Order parts and materials when required.
Assist with preparing quotations for customers.
Use manufacturer diagnostic systems and software.
Complete inspections and prepare machinery for delivery to customers.
Maintain accurate service records, job reports and timesheets.
Record time spent on individual workshop jobs.
Keep workshop areas, tools and equipment clean, organised and safe.
Follow health and safety procedures and company policies.
Support emergency callouts during working hours when required.
Carry out checks on assigned company vehicles and report defects.
Assist other branches when operational requirements demand.

Working Pattern

Permanent, full time position.
37.5 hours per week.
Based at the Kirkwall branch.

What We Are Looking For

Practical experience servicing and repairing mechanical equipment.
Good mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
Ability to identify faults and carry out repairs.
Experience working with two stroke and four stroke engines, lawnmowers, groundcare machinery, ATVs or similar equipment.
Relevant vocational qualifications such as HNC, HND, City & Guilds or SVQ Level 2 or 3, or equivalent practical experience, would be advantageous.
Full UK driving licence.
Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to organise work and manage changing priorities.
Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to undertake further training and develop technical skills.

What Is On Offer

Permanent employment.
37.5 hour working week.
Pay in line with the company's Accredited Living Wage Employer status.
Company pension scheme.
Death in service benefit.
Employee discounts.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Company uniform.
Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
Additional holiday entitlement after one year’s service.
Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support 24 hours a day for employees and their immediate families.
Ongoing manufacturer and technical training.
Career development and progression opportunities.
Opportunity to work with a wide range of professional machinery and equipment.