Parts Specialist

Location: Blackwell, Derbyshire (J28, M1)

Hours: This role operates on an alternating shift pattern to support our workshop operation. Monday to Friday: Week 1: 05:30hrs - 14:00hrs. Week 2: 12:00hrs - 20:30hrs. (Monday - Friday shifts include 30 minutes unpaid break.) In addition, you will be required to work one Saturday morning in every four, 05:30 - 12:00.

Contract Type: Permanent

About the H.W. Martin Group: The Martin Group of Companies (est. 1976) provide specialist services to the construction and waste recycling industries, through a trained and certificated workforce of over 1,600 delivering works and support services from design, through to build and onward maintenance. With a turnover of more than £300m and a fleet of over 500 vehicles we are a major contributor in our fields of expertise.

The Opportunity: H.W. Martin Fleet Maintenance Ltd is part of the H.W. Martin Group, a successful family-owned business established in 1976 with an annual turnover in excess of £350 million. Operating from our modern workshop facility in Blackwell, H.W. Martin Fleet Maintenance is one of the region's leading independent commercial vehicle maintenance providers. We support an expanding portfolio of external fleet operators alongside the H.W. Martin Group's own vehicle and plant assets, delivering maintenance and repair services for HGVs, trailers, light commercial vehicles, municipal fleets, plant and specialist equipment. Due to continued investment and growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Parts Specialist to join our Parts Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial vehicle Parts Specialist who enjoys working in a fast-paced engineering environment where no two days are the same.

What you'll be doing:

• Procuring parts and consumables required to support our busy commercial vehicle workshop.
• Supplying technicians with the correct parts, first time, to maximise workshop productivity and minimise vehicle downtime.
• Identifying components using manufacturer electronic parts catalogues and technical information systems.
• Managing Vehicle Off Road (VOR) requirements, sourcing urgent parts quickly and cost-effectively.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers to achieve the best availability, pricing and service.
• Obtaining quotations, negotiating with suppliers and making commercially sound purchasing decisions.
• Working closely with Service Advisors, Workshop Controllers and Technicians to ensure repair estimates are accurate and parts are available when required.
• Monitoring outstanding orders and proactively chasing suppliers to ensure promised delivery dates are achieved.
• Identifying alternative supply routes where appropriate to reduce cost and improve vehicle availability.
• Taking ownership of every parts requirement from initial request through to successful supply, ensuring our workshop has what it needs, when it needs it.
• Supporting continuous improvement by challenging existing purchasing practices and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in a commercial vehicle parts environment.
• HGV parts experience is highly desirable.
• Experience within plant, construction equipment, agricultural machinery or light commercial vehicles would also be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturer electronic parts catalogues.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach with strong commercial awareness.
• The ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Monthly performance bonus linked to departmental KPIs.
• Company pension scheme.
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within the H.W. Martin Group.
• Secure employment within a long-established and financially strong business.
• Modern workshop facilities and a supportive working environment.

Why H.W. Martin Fleet Maintenance? We're investing heavily in our people, our facilities and our future. Our Parts Department plays a critical role in keeping vehicles on the road. We are looking for someone who takes pride in delivering an exceptional service, understands the importance of vehicle uptime, and wants to be part of a team committed to continuous improvement. If you're motivated, commercially minded and looking for your next challenge within a progressive commercial vehicle maintenance business, we'd like to hear from you.

Next Steps: If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role then please apply today. H.W. Martin Fleet Maintenance Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.