HGV Mechanic

Bennett & Game Recruitment

Wigan, United Kingdom

2 months ago

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Position: HGV Mechanic
Location: Wigan
Salary: £20-22 per hour + overtime rates

HGV Mechanic Position Overview

Performing major and minor repairs to Class 1 & 2 Vehicles, arctic trailers, including walking floors, artic tippers and low loader trailers.
Maintaining fleet documentation regarding inspections and repairs with our transport department.
Performing scheduled inspections and general preventative maintenance such as tyre rotations, puncture repairs and servicing.
Organisation of 6 weekly inspections and in house brake tests.
Breakdown Repairs and vehicle insurance assessments.
MOT Preparation & taking to test centre.

HGV Mechanic Position Requirements

City and Guilds/ NVQ / IRTEC or Equivalent Qualifications
Full UK Valid Driving Licence (Class 1 & 2) - Desirable
Understanding of FORS - Desirable
Flexibility to work overtime and different hours when needed

HGV Mechanic Position Salary

£20-22 per hour + overtime rates
Monday - Friday 7-5 working hours
Company Pension scheme
28 days holiday
Use of company van & mobile on breakdowns

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

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