Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £40,000 depending on experience
We are currently recruiting for an experienced heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join a busy operation in Redditch.
This is a hands-on role responsible for keeping a specialist heavy haulage fleet safe, roadworthy and fully operational. You'll carry out planned maintenance, inspections, fault finding and repairs across a range of HGVs, tractor units, trailers and associated equipment.
Responsibilities
- Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and inspections on HGVs, tractor units, trailers and associated equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across the fleet.
- Complete repairs and modifications identified through vehicle defect reports.
- Carry out inspections and ensure vehicles remain safe, compliant and roadworthy.
- Work to manufacturer guidelines and planned maintenance schedules.
- Attend breakdowns and carry out repairs at operational sites when required.
- Identify and report major faults, defects, malfunctions, accidents and incidents.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records.
- Ensure the workshop and working areas are kept clean, safe and organised.
- Follow company procedures, risk assessments and Health & Safety requirements.
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience maintaining, servicing and repairing HGVs, heavy vehicles, trailers, plant or similar equipment.
- City & Guilds Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or an equivalent qualification.
- NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or a related discipline.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- A full UK driving licence.
- An HGV licence would be advantageous.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A flexible approach to attending breakdowns and carrying out site-based repairs when required.
What's on Offer
- 40-hour working week
- Regular overtime opportunities
- 33 days' holiday including Bank Holidays
- 5% pension contribution
- Varied work across specialist HGVs, tractor units, trailers and associated equipment.
- Hands-on role within an experienced and supportive workshop team.
- Opportunity to develop your skills within a technically demanding heavy transport operation.
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Vehicle Mechanic in Redditch employer: WR Engineering
WR Engineering is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee development and growth. With competitive salaries and benefits such as overtime pay and a company van, employees in Bridgwater can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact in the industrial equipment sector.
