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- Tasks: Join our Workshop Team to service and maintain vehicles and machinery.
- Company: Fairways, a leading outdoor facilities contractor in the Midlands.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, work with a supportive team, and develop your skills.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by keeping essential machinery running smoothly.
- Qualifications: Experience as a mechanic or fitter with a relevant qualification.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 42000 £ per year.
Established in 1993, Fairways is a leading outdoor facilities contractor, offering a comprehensive range of services supporting both the public and private sectors throughout the Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the Workshop Team as a Mechanic. The successful candidate will be based at our workshop in Hockley Heath, Solihull working on the company's and its customers' machinery, tools and equipment.
As a Mechanic, you will play a key role in the success of the business by ensuring that our Operative Teams can use their machinery through efficient servicing and maintaining a variety of plant and tools within the business. As part of our high-performing Workshop Team, you will be responsible for identifying and repairing any faults or damage to machinery, vehicles and tools, accurately updating service records and at times you may be required to complete repairs on our customer sites.
Responsibilities
- Help with general service, weekly checks and fault diagnostics for our vehicle fleet machinery range
- Carry out emergency servicing and repair of vehicles (both onsite as well as, at times, on emergency call-outs) as directed
- Undertake inspections of company vehicles in preparation for MOT
- Maintain comprehensive records, both electronically and in hard copy, for each vehicle/machinery item to demonstrate the performance of routine servicing, statutory inspection and breakdown repairs
- Undertake the correct and regular maintenance and calibration of all equipment in accordance with brand instructions and guidelines
- Diagnose, inspect and assess vehicles / associated mechanical equipment in line skills & competency
- Assist with the development and upkeep of team's digital logging processes to track workload, stock and vehicle/machinery health
- To maintain all company tools and equipment provided
- Liaise with customers as and when required
- To comply with all company policies, rules, and statutory regulations.
- To ensure that all equipment is stored safely in a clean and tidy manner at the end of each day.
- Adhere to Health and Safety regulations at all times to ensure safe working and the welfare of your team and our customers.
Qualifications / Attributes
- Proven experience working as a mechanic/fitter with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
- A customer-focused approach workload and committed team player
- A valid driving licence and ability to travel independently
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How to prepare for a job interview at Page 2
✨Know Your Mechanics
Brush up on your mechanical knowledge before the interview. Be ready to discuss specific machinery and tools you've worked with, as well as any relevant qualifications. This shows you're not just a mechanic but someone who understands the intricacies of the job.
✨Showcase Your Problem-Solving Skills
Prepare examples of how you've diagnosed and repaired faults in the past. Think of specific instances where you had to troubleshoot under pressure. This will demonstrate your ability to handle the demands of the role effectively.
✨Emphasise Teamwork and Customer Focus
Since you'll be part of a workshop team, highlight your experience working collaboratively. Also, mention any customer interactions you've had, showcasing your ability to communicate effectively and maintain a customer-focused approach.
✨Be Ready for Practical Questions
Expect technical questions or scenarios during the interview. They might ask how you'd handle a specific repair or maintenance task. Practising these types of questions can help you feel more confident and prepared.
