Mobile HGV Technician for SHB Hire Ltd

position details

Employer: SHB Hire Ltd

Ref: 956624_1526031372

Salary: £ - £ per annum

Job type: Permanent

Location: England, Kent, Canterbury

Industry: Automotive

posted: Wednesday, 25th

position description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Mobile HGV Technician to work on a permanent basis for our client , a market leading national vehicle fleet management company. This position will be based in Canterbury

To provide an efficient customer service for the on hire fleet, ensuring that the equipment is maintained to a first class standard and in line with company policy while demonstrating the highest level of professionalism to the client.

Key Tasks

  • To ensure the surrounding work area is a safe environment for themselves & others that may be in close proximity and to continually monitor the conditions throughout the progression of each job as it evolves.
  • Comply with site specific health and safety rules and regulations and ensure the correct PPE is worn/used throughout the visit.
  • Maintain an up to date mobile safety pack which should be available on request to demonstrate risk assessments/methodology and general company policies.
  • Perform preventative and proactive maintenance in line with manufacturers and company policy ensuring equipment is compliant with all aspects of safety and legal legislation in a cost effective manner.
  • Operate effective administration and communication lines with the customer and the customer support team , ensuring all paperwork is compliant and returned to head office in a timely manner.
  • Operate the PDA effectively making sure all jobs are booked onto correctly and closed down in real time.
  • Conduct themselves in a professional manner both at sites and while driving treating members of the public with courtesy at all times.
  • Highlight any shortfalls or issues relating to safety or maintenance immediately to the appropriate manager.
  • Maintain a clean and tidy work van and ensure all tooling and specialist equipment is tested and compliant in line with company policy.
  • Maintain sufficient security measures to prevent theft of company/personal property during and after normal working hours.
  • Carry out quarterly inspections on the works van and return reports to head office as per company policy.
  • Ensure all incidents are attended within the agreed timescales and any delays communicated to Customer Support.

Essential Key skills:

  • Hold recognised time served training certification within the motor industry or similar engineering back ground and demonstrate minimum of 2 years working in the industry after apprenticeship completion.
  • Hold a valid UK category B driving license (essential).
  • HGV technicians preferably to hold minimum category C license (not essential).
  • Have a good understanding of transport & HSE legislation.
  • Demonstrate good communication and customer care skills.
  • A good standard of both written and spoken English.
  • Good self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team, and also under your own initiative when required.
  • Be a well organised individual with excellent time management.
  • Demonstrate a desire for self improvement and enthusiasm to learn new skills.

For further details, please contact - Nick Fryatt at [email protected] - 01453852544

We are always seeking talented candidates including; HGV Technicians, HGV Mechanics, LCV Mechanics, LCV Technicians, Auto Electricians, HGV Drivers, Casual Drivers, Valeters, Panel Beaters, Commercial Body Builders, Vehicle Fabricators, Hire Controllers, Apprentice Technicians, Apprentice Mechanics, Paint Sprayers and many more across the UK network.

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Job Ref: 956624_1526031372

Name: Nicholas Fryatt

Telephone: 01453 827333

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