HGV Mechanic/Technician (Site Based) (Waste Industry)

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Job Title: HGV Mechanic/Technician (Site Based)

Location: Kirkby, Liverpool, Merseyside

Salary: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience, Plus Overtime + Benefits

Type: Permanent

Company Overview: 

Our client is a prominent leader in the waste industry, committed to delivering efficient and environmentally responsible waste management solutions. We are seeking an experienced and skilled HGV Mechanic/Technician to join our team, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our diverse fleet operations.

Job Description:

As an HGV Mechanic/Technician, your primary responsibility will be to perform maintenance, repair, safety inspections, and fault finding on our extensive fleet of vehicles, including cars, vans, tippers, 8-wheel tippers, skip trucks, 6-wheel bucket skips, 8-wheeler Ro-Ro Wagons, Arctic wagons (walking floor), and trailers. This role is site-based only.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles in our fleet to ensure they are safe, reliable, and compliant with industry standards.
2. Safety Inspections: Perform routine safety inspections on HGVs and other vehicles to identify and address potential issues proactively.
3. Fault Finding: Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and other issues in a timely and efficient manner.
4. Preventive Maintenance: Implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize vehicle downtime and maximize performance.
5. Documentation:
   Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.
6. Compliance:
   Ensure that all work is carried out in compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience as an HGV mechanic/technician, preferably in the waste industry or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in fault finding and diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Relevant certifications and qualifications in vehicle maintenance and repair.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary, up to £50,000, depending on experience.
• Overtime pay at a rate of time and a half.
• Potential for a company van in the future.
• Opportunities for career development and training.

If you are a dedicated and experienced HGV Mechanic/Technician with a passion for maintaining the safety and efficiency of a diverse fleet of vehicles, we encourage you to apply. Join our client and contribute to our mission of providing sustainable waste management solutions.

To apply, please send your CV to nick.pope@recruitmentcirclegroup.co.uk or call me on 07983974699.

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