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Job description

Support the Plant Manager and Office Manager to ensure that that the company fleet runs safely and efficiently..

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems components on fleet vehicles (cars and vans).
• Work to reduce vehicle downtime, minimising impact on business operations.
• Keep management aware of repair problems as they occur.
• Dismantle, repair, or replace faults e.g. brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions and any other repairs needed.
• Keep up-to-date maintenance records and maintain operating logbooks and databases as required.
• Ensure fleet vehicles are prepared and ready for statutory testing (MOT, NCT).
• Maintain control of tools, manuals, repair parts, assemblies, and consumables.
• Comply with applicable Safety, Environment, Health, and Waste Management policies and procedures.
• Work alongside members of the SHEQ team and comply in times of internal inspections and audits.
• Act in a mentoring capacity to any apprentices that are assigned to the department, sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Inventory management and general housekeeping.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience in a similar role that involved maintenance of fleet vehicles, or experience gained in a mechanic role in a repair garage.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills, with extensive knowledge of all aspect of vehicle repair.
• The ability to work independently on assigned work, as well as working well in a team.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines.
• Must have the ability to travel to place of work in Carnbane Industrial Estate in Newry.

Desirable Skills

• A qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair will be an advantage.
• Driving Licence (preferred).