DVehicle Maintenance Technician

Job Title: VMT (Vehicle Maintenance Technician ) Area: Plymouth Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days) Back Shift Mon to Fri 11am till 10pm Permanent Salary: £43,108 PA Basic, £19.51 PH Overtime Extra at X1.5 Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing per year worked Responsibilities • As a VMT you will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order. • Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics. • You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team. • It’s crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies. • Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Key Skills & Knowledge • The ideal candidate should hold education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or possess an equivalent engineering discipline. • Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential. • While it is preferable to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR, these are not mandatory. • You should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems. • The role requires someone who can multitask, meet key deadlines, and exhibit rigorous fault-finding skills. You should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Benefits • 25 days of annual leave, which increases with your time with us, plus all the usual statutory bank holidays. • Private medical insurance, and if you’d like to add family coverage, you can do so at a discounted rate. • Pension 4.5% contribution from us, increasing to 7.5% after two years. From day one, you’ll also have life assurance coverage of four times your salary. After two years, you’ll benefit from income protection covering 50% of your salary. • Take advantage of our market-leading discount scheme with major retailers and save on holidays with our purchase scheme. We also offer discounted gas and appliances to make life a little easier. I you are interested and want to hear more information, contact David Steel On (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed) Skills Required HGV Engineer,ADR,Class1,2 VMT Keywords #HGV Engineer#ADR#Class1,2#VMT