Commercial Fitter/HGV Mechanic

Our client, an leading logistics specialist offering haulage and warehousing services, is recruiting for a Commercial Vehicle Fitter to be based at a distribution site near Coggeshall, Essex.

On Offer;

• Opportunity to work for an expanding haulage and warehousing specialist
• Monday to Friday working pattern: 8am – 5pm/6pm
• Competitive Salary based on skills and experience

Main Purpose of the Role;

The Commercial Vehicle Fitter will assist the Workshop Manager / Foreman / Supervisor in ensuring that all vehicles, equipment and assets are serviced and maintained in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner. Maintaining a fleet size of up to 28 Vehicles consisting of HGV’s etc.

Day to Day Duties & Responsibilities of the Commercial Vehicle Fitter;

• Complete all defect repairs, fault diagnosis and maintenance requirements, as is necessary, to ensure all vehicles, trailers & equipment are kept in a safe working condition;
• Complete all paper work clearly, accurately & in a timely fashion. This will include Job Cards (work description, parts & times), various types of inspection forms (vehicles, trailers and equipment) and any other paper work that is deemed necessary by management;
• Prepare, present and accompany vehicles and trailers for annual MOT inspection to ensure they pass; 
• Carry out periodic safety inspections on all vehicles & trailers to ensure they meet DVSA inspection standards;
• Always adhere to all workplace health and safety standards (including the wearing of appropriate PPE) and ensure compliance with any regulatory body regulations and standards, including the maintenance of equipment, tools and the workplace;
• Ensure all areas of the workshop and equipment are maintained in a safe operating condition and any defects are reported through the appropriate process to provide a clean and safe working environment.

To Be Considered;

• Experience of maintaining HGV vehicles
• A mechanical qualification is essential
• Continued up to date knowledge of vehicle maintenance rules and regulations

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