Vehicle Mechanic

Vehicle Mechanic

Reading

£18ph to £20ph

NEOS Engineering are currently working with a large plant companies that specialise in Aggregates and Recycling, who are looking for an experienced Vehicle Mechanic / Light Goods Vehicle (LGV) Mechanic to join the team, working on vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. This is a practical role where you'll ensure vehicles are maintained to a high standard and kept in excellent working order.

Here are some of the activities you'll be involved with…

• Carrying out routine maintenance, including oil changes, brake checks, and tyre replacements.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic tools.
• Perform repairs on engines, transmissions, suspension systems, and other key components.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing, including conducting pre-MOT inspections and addressing any required work.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and carry out on-site repairs when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out and service logs for each vehicle.
• Communicate effectively with customers or fleet managers regarding repair needs and costs.

The Candidate:

• You're reliable, skilled, and ready to take on a hands-on role maintaining light goods vehicles, with a professional and approachable manner. You'll have proven experience working on light goods vehicles (up to 3.5 tonnes), with a sound understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. You should be familiar with using diagnostic equipment and a wide range of tools.
• While not essential, the ideal candidate will also be a qualified MOT tester, capable of conducting MOT tests.
• We also require candidates to hold NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

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