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We have a growing fleet of artic and skip wagons, including our HVO wagon! As a result, we are looking for a skilled HGV Mechanic to expand our small, but dedicated, workshop team, and undertake regular inspections, proactive maintenance and reactive repairs.
The role
- Plan and carry out repairs/maintenance and servicing of our fleet vehicles and trailers
- Co-ordinate maintenance activity and achieve timely, prioritised maintenance, repair and servicing, working in partnership with the transport management team
- Investigate and diagnose faults, report findings and carry out all repairs to manufacturer’s standards
- Ensure that parts, materials and tools are ordered and stocks maintained as required
- Inspect tyres/wheels for damages/defects and replace or repair as required
- Carry out regular inspections of fleet vehicle tyres and wheels, arranging replacement or repair as required
What you need
- Relevant qualification in HGV repair and maintenance, or compensating work experience
- Skilled in the maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles, plant and machinery, including the safe use of appropriate tools and equipment
- Good understanding of HGV service and maintenance requirements
- Proficient in diagnosis and repairs to hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems
- Excellent communications skills with the ability to build good working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
- A full, clean driving licence
- Valid Category C licence would be advantageous, but not essential
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The package
- Competitive rate of pay, depending on experience
- 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday (alternating weekly 6am-4pm / 10am-8pm)
- 1 in 2 Saturdays, 7am-12pm paid extra
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with service
- Health Care Cash Plan, including dental and optical
- Group Life Insurance cover
- Contributory pension scheme
- Employee Rewards & Benefits Scheme
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Free skip offered to employees each year
- Full PPE and uniform supplied
- Lots of fantastic company events and perks
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Why J. Dickinson & Sons?
J. Dickinson & Sons was established in 1939, and we are proud to continue to serve the community as a family-owned and run business today. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst working to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich include our £4.5 million waste processing plant, which allows us to process and separate even more recyclable waste. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.
Our values
J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.
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