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Hgv Mechanic

Green Folk
Dalkeith
1 week ago
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Overview

My client are looknig for an HGV mechanic to join their team. They have a repair and maintenance contract with Scania so you don't need to be a fully qualified HGV Technician. They want to look at decent engineers and mechanics who have worked on different types of vehicles and hydraulic & lifting systems. They are happy to train the people up, so REME, Royal Engineers, Army/Big vehicle mechanics, Hydraulic Engineers, mechanical fitters, mechanical maintenance working on Pneumatic / hydraulics, plant engineers/fitters.


Hours

The shift usually runs from 6.30am-4.30pm (46.25hr week and anything after is x1.5)


Responsibilities

  • The safe operation of mobile plant if trained and authorised to do so
  • Working to health and safety, environmental other standards as they apply to the process
  • Carrying out daily checks in accordance with company procedures and site working plan
  • Co-operate with site management
  • Maintaining Standard Operating Procedures as required
  • Keep site supervisor informed of any issues or concerns (relevant & timely)
  • Ensure lock off procedure are followed correctly
  • Be aware of own limitations
  • Attend training as and when required
  • Follow maintenance schedule for machine and maintain a high standard of the machine both inside and outside
  • Be aware of environmental factors and act accordingly - weather conditions, wind, noise, dust and litter
  • Keep accurate daily records of work completed and consumables used
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment
  • Ensure that all work is to an acceptable standards without time wasting
  • Ensure high levels of housekeeping are upheld
  • Promote and ensure safe and clean working environment is maintained
  • Ensure correct PPE is worn at all times
  • Liaise and report to workshop manager
  • Complete daily job sheet - workshop system
  • Carry out major and minor repairs on vehicles, machines and affected components, including engines, brakes, steering, etc.
  • Use variety of specialist equipment and tools as trained and authorised to do so
  • Liaise with site management with regards to required repairs and part ordering
  • Liaise with suppliers, sourcing parts and comparing prices

Qualifications / Background

  • Open to candidates from REME, Royal Engineers, Army/Big vehicle mechanics, Hydraulic Engineers, mechanical fitters, mechanical maintenance with experience on Pneumatic / hydraulics, plant engineers/fitters, or those trained in related fields


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