Hgv Fleet Mechanic

Activus Recruitment have an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Fleet Mechanic for our client based in Cove, Aberdeen.

You will be responsible for carrying out the safe and efficient repairs and maintenance of HGV and LGV's within workshops and off-site environments.
**Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities**

1. Carry out the safe and efficient servicing, fault diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of HGV, LGV's, trailers and powder tankers within workshops and off-site environments.
2. Ensure all works are carried out under cover of risk / COSHH assessments, method statements and permit to works.
3. Ensure all tools and equipment used for carrying out repairs and maintenance are checked, fit for purpose, and certificated where necessary.
4. Prior to using any plant or equipment., forklifts, MEWP's, lifting ramps, lifting accessories etc ensure a daily check is carried out and the appropriate checksheet completed.
5. Report any plant and equipment defects to Site Manager / Fleet Manager.
6. Ensure the correct PPE is always used for any given task.
7. When working off site and in particular within quarry environments ensure you are given a site-specific induction and are fully aware of the safety rules for that site.
8. Ensure workshops, stores and off-site environments are kept in a tidy state at all times with all wastes disposed of in the correct manner.
9. Ensure job sheets, inspection reports, timesheets and all other department related documentation are completed accurately and handed in on time.
10. Ensure safe systems of work as laid down by the company Health and Safety Policy, IMS and Safety at Work Legislation are adhered to.
11. When informed attend meetings and training courses as directed by the Site Manager / Fleet Manager.
12. If and when required provide training and guidance to other members of staff.
13. Act as an ambassador for the company ensuring visitors, customers and staff are communicated in a polite and courteous manner.

Hourly rate: Circa £17ph
Hours: 40hrs per week + overtime. Monday-Friday (may be variable dependent on company needs)
Start time: 6am/7.30am
Holidays: 28 days per year

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £17.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cove, Aberdeenshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person