Hgv Mechanic

About the Role

We appreciate it has been a tough job market for mechanics across the sector, due to labour shortages, which has resulted in heavy workloads.

We are committed to paying a strong basic wage, to allow our mechanics a good quality of life, and good work-life balance.

We believe in a 40-hour basic working week (Monday-Friday), with some overtime being available if desired, and the bare minimum ofweekend working.

We reward for working above basic hours with an attractive overtime rate.

This is with the goal of creating an environment which fosters decent pay, alongside good quality of life, and work-life balance (not one or the other).

Barnes Logistics is an equal opportunity employer with multiple depots across the UK.

With a fleet of over 90 vehicles and 120+ employees, we are one of the UK's leading providers of logístical support and warehousing.

Due to continued expansion and growth, we have a vacancy for one additional workshop based, full-time mechanics on our site in Wardle, Cheshire.

Our workshop is heated and well equipped, servicing an internal fleet of vehicles and trailers, as well as external customers.

It is an exciting time to join our Company, as we are a growing and ambitious organisation, with reliable and consistent contracts.

Benefits

• Generous pay and a fair overtime structure, to allow both good worklife balance and quality of life.
• Basic hourly rate of £21.50 for 40 hours (guaranteed pay), and £32.25 for any hours over 40.
• Minimal weekend work (ideally every other Saturday morning).
• 28 days paid annual leave per annum.
• Annual leave rises to 33 days per annum with length of service.
• Weekly pay.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company uniform.
• Small, friendly and inclusive team.

Shift Pattern

• 40 hours, Monday-Friday.
• Overtime available if desired.
• Reasonable weekend work e.g. every other Saturday (morning only).
• Some flexibility required.

Facilities

• Modern and well equipped, 6 bay insulated and heated workshop.
• Modern fleet of trucks and trailers, many under 6 years old.
• Up to date Jaltest Diagnostics.
• Tablet operated roller brake tester.
• Inspection pits.
• Predominately own fleet at present.
• Recent investment in new air operated pit jacks and upright transmission jack.
• R2C online inspection software.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an HGV mechanic.
• Good knowledge of vehicle systems and components.
• Company funded training can be provided for you to gain your HGV / Class 1 licence, if desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance / repair of own fleet and customer vehicles (trucks, trailers and some light commercials).
• Safety inspections and MOT preparations to DVSA standards.
• Present vehicles for MOT if suitably qualified.
• Diagnose and repair faults using company supplied diagnostic equipment.
• Minor fabrication and bodywork repairs if able (not essential).
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance and repairs performed.
• Complete required paperwork in a neat and timely fashion.
• Adhere to company health and safety requirements.
• General cleaning of the workshop and work areas.

As with all vacancies, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.

• Workshop mechanic, motor mechanic, vehicle technician, HGV mechanic, HGV technician._

Job Type:
Permanent

Pay:
£21.50-£32.25 per hour

Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• UKbased HGV mechanic: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 01/07/2024

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