Workshop Technician

1 month ago


Runnymede District, United Kingdom Paragon Banking Group PLC Full time

About The Role

Purpose of the role The technician is responsible for carrying out all work to a high standard within this busy municipal workshop facility, ensuring adherence to vehicle maintenance and compliance regulations. The role will involve ensuring that all paperwork and Fleet management system is completed timely, accurately and to a high standard and to carrying out repairs, maintenance, servicing to vehicles as and when required. Duties and responsibilities To ensure that all vehicles booked into the workshop have had all work completed, or have been re-booked as a re-visit repair (items considered safe to be used), before being returned to the customer To complete all paperwork required for the task/ job completed and return this documentation to the workshop controller immediately on completion of the inspection/work To ensure that the all ordered parts for jobs are correct for the work required You will be required to assist other technicians with repairs when required. Along with completing the workshop controller’s duties when required Fully use the fleet management system (Fleetwave) as required Adhere to SFS Health and Safety policies at all times To ensure that the workshop and parking area are kept clean and tidy and that all customer/SFS vehicles are parked efficiently and ensure that the walkways are kept clear at all times. All vehicles when parked outside are to be locked and keys kept secure at all times To ensure that all equipment being used by you and other staff is in a safe condition to be used. Ensure that all equipment is only used for the task it was designed for and is returned to the correct place of storage after use. You must report any failures in operation of the equipment to the workshop controller To attend vehicle breakdowns on site as and when required, (a workshop vehicle/van will be provided) Ensure that NO vehicle is returned to the customer, unless it is safe to be returned for their use To create and maintain a professional relationship with SFS staff, customers and suppliers Be on standby 24/7 on a weekly basis as and when required A flexible approach must be maintained in all work duties, in order to provide adequate cover to service the workshops and customers’ requirements Any reasonable ad-hoc duty as required

About You

Skills Essential A full clean HGV driving license category C required as a minimum As a minimum 5 years’ technical experience on municipal vehicles (e.g. refuse, sweepers, etc) Technical experience on vehicle electrical systems (12+24 volts), hydraulic and pneumatic systems Evidence of qualifications and training in the following areas: recognised time served on an apprenticeship scheme VOSA vehicle inspection course municipal vehicle manufacturing training Understanding of Health & Safety rules and regulations An ability to work independently and as part of a team Desirable Attention to detail IT skills with knowledge of MS office systems Organization skills with ability to multitask and priorities deadlines

About Us

Paragon perks

Generous holiday allowance, with a day off for your birthday Paid community volunteering Company-wide, profit-sharing bonus Pension plan - we’ll contribute up to 10% of your annual salary Life assurance and personal accident cover

Be flexible

We promote flexibility around how and where we work so that you can achieve a healthier work-life balance. We operate hybrid working, splitting our week between the office and home.

Be yourself

We welcome diversity and we care about inclusion. That’s why we want you to be your whole self at work. We believe an inclusive workplace is good for each of us, great for our customers and better for our business. Formed in 2020, our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Network meets regularly to share challenges, experience and ideas to build a more equal, diverse and inclusive business.

Be heard

We listen to your point of view, with our People Forum and regular employee surveys making sure you can use your voice and influence our future.

Be well

We offer a range of support to help you care for your wellbeing, from our free Employee Assistance Programme to our qualified Wellbeing team who are on hand to connect you with the help you need to get more out of life.

Be better

We want you to reach your potential and, as an Investors in People employer, we’ll encourage you to learn and develop by building a personalised development plan together with your manager.

Be a part of it

Our employees tell us that the best thing about Paragon is the people So, if you’re looking for an energetic, friendly team with a great set of values to help you take the next step in your career, apply now and let’s grow together



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