Keen to keep the wheels moving for our operational teams? We are looking to recruit a Vehicle and/or Plant Technician to join our team in our well-equipped workshop at our Head Office and Distribution Centre in Hedge End. We are looking for a fully qualified and experienced Vehicle and/or Plant Technician to join our business to delivery timely and efficient servicing, maintenance, and repairs to our fleet of mobile plant (mini-excavators, dump trucks, winches, drum trailers, etc) and tools (floor saws, trench rammers, mixers, etc) and/or vehicles, including LCV's, Cars and HGV's. So, what is the detail? Adopt a zero-compromise approach to Health & Safety aligned to legislation and company policy. ensure adequate risk assessments are completed in line with work being completed and surroundings. Manage downtime through the effective management of parts stock. Diagnose and identify cost effective solutions for minor to major mechanical repairs with consideration to asset age and hours/mileage Ensure the Workshop and Asset Manager is kept informed on extended repair times and repairs that require outsourcing. Ensure assets are maintained in line with manufacturer guidelines and industry best practice, ensuring manufacturer warranty maintained. Complete condition reports for all assets attending the workshop and report any avoidable maintenance, or poor operator behaviours identified. Identify and report opportunities to support a predictive and preventative maintenance approach to vehicle and plant maintenance to deliver optimum plant and/or vehicle availability. Qualification, Knowledge & Experience: Construction Equipment Maintenance Mechanic (Level 2), or equivalent City & Guilds Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Engineering, or equivalent A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a busy Workshop, or a mobile technician. Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines A solid working knowledge of Health & Safety in the motor industry Basic IT skills, familiar wih the use of handheld devices. Full valid UK Driving Licence Own Tools required Preferred Previous experiencing working on Kubota, Bobcat, and/or Mercedes-Benz, Iveco products Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative and as part of a small team Enthusiastic, with a can-do approach to work Electrical and hydraulics knowledge We are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running, so if you have the right skills and experience, please contact us! TPBN1_UKTJ
Job Title
Vehicle and Plant Technician