Hgv Mechanic

Hamilton Waste & Recycling are a leading integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling and technologically-driven energy generation services. Through the expertise of our people and investment in technology we promote and deliver sustainable waste management solutions.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join an already very successful team. Currently looking for HGV Mechanic to uptake repairs of fleet of various lorries, skip loaders, hook loaders, artics, trailers and refuse vehicles.

Full time - 6:30am - 4.30pm from Mon to Fri. Overtimes may be available during the week as also on Saturday so flexibility is desirable.

As a HGV Mechanic you would have experience and hold welding and other certificates. You would organise and supervise the servicing and repair of HGV’s.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Liaising and reporting to maintenance manager and, or site manager;
- Carrying out regular servicing of on-site machinery;
- General maintenance across the site;
- Complete daily job sheet;
- Carrying out repairs and other maintenance on vehicles, machines and affected components, including engines, brakes, steering, etc.;
- Using variety of specialist equipment and tools;
- Liaising with site management with regards to required repairs and part ordering;
- Liaising with suppliers, sourcing parts and comparing prices;

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in working within this sector is desirable
- Ability to work as a part of a team
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Flexible
- Have full UK Driving Licence **(Class I and II desirable, but not essential);**
- Good level of English
- Attention to detail

**Essential**:

- Keen to learn new skills and willing to attend training;
- Proven mechanical experience and relevant skills - e.g. NVQs;
- High awareness of Health, Safety and Environmental;
Salary negotiable depending on experience.

**Salary**: £28,833.33-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- MUSSELBURGH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location