Hgv Mechanic

**HGV Mechanic, Ashby de la Zouch, Days or Nights £40-55k + overtime**

Working with a global manufacturer at a VMU in Ashby you will be working on vehicle and trailer improvements, breakdowns, defect rectification, planned preventative maintenance and ensure vehicles & trailers are in safe, legal and roadworthy condition.

The VMU shifts operate on an 8-hour (10-hour nights) shift pattern, ensuring that the VMU is open 24/7 which means you will be working on a mixture of days, afternoons and nights (once every 6 weeks) or permanent nights if preferred
**So as the HGV Technician / vehicle fitter / mechanic what will you be doing ?**
- Effectively control the weekly work list ensuring the best use of resources to achieve the highest fleet availability.
- To contribute positively towards the VMU team KPI's.
- Assisting with the upkeep and maintenance of the VMU's parts stores. Booking in parts delivered, ensuring correct quantity and quality.
- Understand Site Procedures, Risk Assessments and DSOP's specific to the role.
- Keep the workshop clean and tidy, ensuring that all waste is segregated, and all tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
- Report to the VMU Supervisor and/or National Fleet Manager daily.
- Liaise with the Transport department and other departments daily.
- Authorise the repair of vehicles and trailers around the country involved in a breakdown effectively.

**So, as the HGV Technician / vehicle fitter / mechanic what do you need to have ?**
- At least three to five years as a skilled heavy goods vehicle engineer.
- Have practical experience gained within an engineering environment.
- Good PC and software literacy.
- Mechanical HGV repair and maintenance qualification.

Enhanced Benefits and 26 days holiday + bank holidays

This role would suit an HGV Technician, HGV Fitter, LGV technician, LGV Mechanic, LGV fitter, PSV Fitter, PSV Technician or PSV Mechanic