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Job description

Train to become a Vehicle Technician Mechanic and work towards your Level 2 and 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship NI. Learn alongside experienced professional mechanics in our dedicated vehicle workshop which collectively maintains a fleet of over 100 vehicles. Develop your skills in the service and repair of HGV trucks and trailers to full PSV or MOT standard.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills knowledge and experience working alongside Vehicle Mechanics in the service maintenance and repair of vehicles equipment or components utilising the necessary tools equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient manner etc.
• Apply logic to develop skills using diagnostic mechanical and electrical measuring equipment to investigate vehicle faults and identify their underlying causes.
• Under supervision carry out routine safety inspections and routine mechanical and electrical servicing including removing repairing or replacing components to the correct specification.
• Assist with the recovery of broken down or immobilised vehicles and equipment utilising proper techniques to minimise the risk of additional damage or danger to the public.
• When required manufacture simple component parts using hand tools or other machinery provided. Wash and steam hose vehicles to the required standard.
• Keep external workshop areas clean and tidy ensuring standards of safety and appearance are maintained. When required issue fuels oils and assist in stores according to agreed procedures completing all necessary records.
• Apply the policies of the Fleet Service in respect of maintenance practice and standards to ensure these are fully implemented and that maximum benefit is obtained in optimising equipment availability and reducing total maintenance costs.
• Attend any training courses on vehicles or equipment that may be deemed necessary. Use safe working practices and procedures at all times including the wearing of protective clothing equipment etc.
• Carry out all duties in the working conditions normally inherent in the job and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Northern Ireland Order 1978 Acts of Parliament Statutory Instruments Regulations other legal requirements and Codes of Practice.
• Co operate in the introduction of management information systems. Achieve vehicle availability targets in accordance with agreed manning levels.
• Undertake any other duties or responsibilities commensurate with the Apprentice Mechanics experience and ability that may reasonably be required by the foreperson.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Hold a minimum of five GCSE passes Grades A to C or relevant equivalent or higher qualifications including English and Maths.

Further Information

Applicants please note this position is under the auspices of ApprenticeshipNI provision. Allowances - Local College Course Fees for Level 2 3 Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Heavy Vehicle, to be confirmed.