HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician

HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician

Location: Coleraine

Salary: £18-£22 per hour (Depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time & Permanent

About the Role

Reed Recruitment are delighted to be working with our client based in Coleraine and Ballyclare who have a requirement for an experienced and dedicated HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician to join their busy workshop.

In this role, you'll carry out diagnostics, servicing, repairs and maintenance on a range of heavy commercial vehicles, always ensuring high-quality workmanship and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-established and respected dealer network

Key Responsibilities

• Complete all jobs from general servicing to fault-finding, electrical repairs, strip-downs and rebuilds
• Ensure all repairs follow manufacturer procedures and Standard Times, using specialist tools where required.
• Assist with the diagnosis of faults and carry out effective repair solutions.
• Comply with warranty processes throughout and after repair work.
• Work closely with the parts department to ensure correct parts are fitted.
• Road test vehicles where required (HGV licence holders only).
• Assist with roadside breakdowns when necessary.
• Report all defects to the Workshop Supervisor.
• Accurate completion of service sheets, job cards and company time-recording processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised workshop, ensuring tools and equipment are properly used and stored.
• Wear PPE in all relevant situations.
• Support and mentor apprentices and trainees as needed.

Required Criteria

• A flexible and positive attitude - duties may change at short notice.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Polite, friendly and professional manner when dealing with customers or delivering/collecting vehicles.
• Strong communication skills, both internal and external.
• Self-motivated, proactive and adaptable with working hours.
• Excellent punctuality and reliability.

The successful applicants must have skills in:

• Electrical repairs
• Mechanical vehicular repairs
• Bodyshop repair

If you are ready for your next career move, please submit an up-to-date CV today via the "Apply" link today, or you can call the Branch and speak to Donna

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