Workshop Engineer
- Halifax, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 5pm
Keep Vehicles Moving. Solve Problems. Make an Impact.
{COPY FROM 'PURPOSE OF THE ROLE' SECTION FROM JD}
You will perform a variety of routine servicing, inspections (VOSA standards ) and subsequent repairs to one or more types of Distribution Tractors and other vehicles/equipment. You will p erform visual or operational checks and carry out repairs as required . You will ca rry out technical inspections or use technical manuals and diagnostic techniques to find and repair inoperable or defective machine parts , components or systems using test equipment.
You will be r equired to undertake thorough inspections of accident damaged machines and produce accurate reports to enable repair. You will o bserve all Health & Safety requirements at all times. You w ill also be required to carry out planned mobile repair work and attend breakdowns as part of the Field Service Team as needed.
What You'll Be Doing
If you're a skilled engineer who enjoys fault-finding, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the team that keeps our customers' operations moving.
Keep Vehicles Moving. Solve Problems. Make an Impact.
{COPY FROM 'PURPOSE OF THE ROLE' SECTION FROM JD}
You will perform a variety of routine servicing, inspections (VOSA standards ) and subsequent repairs to one or more types of Distribution Tractors and other vehicles/equipment. You will p erform visual or operational checks and carry out repairs as required . You will ca rry out technical inspections or use technical manuals and diagnostic techniques to find and repair inoperable or defective machine parts , components or systems using test equipment.
You will be r equired to undertake thorough inspections of accident damaged machines and produce accurate reports to enable repair. You will o bserve all Health & Safety requirements at all times. You w ill also be required to carry out planned mobile repair work and attend breakdowns as part of the Field Service Team as needed.
What You'll Be Doing
- To display the highest standards of; appearance, manner and technical ability at all times .
- To accurately and quickly fault diagnose and undertake resultant repairs. To include working on a range of makes and models.
- To able to undertake vehicle servicing, repair and other related work.
- To complete all vehicle servicing and repair documentation correctly, in a timely manner and to a good standard.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required.
- There will be an element of manual handling involved.
- To work with all departments, particularly with projects that are being explored or implemented.
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job or to support the needs of the business.
- Where possible ensure a first time fix.
- To maintain a high standard of customer service at all times.
- Develop own competence to meet requirements of job .
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job.
- To maintain and develop current processes and procedures in the upkeep of the internal documentation.
- City and Guilds Level 3 – Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Maintenance and Repair Qualification or equivalent qualification.
- To demonstrate substantial experience in Auto Electrician fault diagnosis and resultant repairs, including the use of electronic diagnostic equipment. To include working experience of a range of heavy goods / specialist vehicle.
- Experience of undertaking fault diagnosis and repairs on specialist vehicles.
- UK valid driving licence.
- To be able and willing to communicate effectively within Workshop Management and Supervision, work colleagues and customers.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required .
- A flexible approach to working in a workshop team environment.
- A flexible approach to working hours is required along with the ability to travel extensively both in the UK and overseas as required .
- The factory unit is based in Elland however the applicant must be flexible in terms of working location and be prepared to work as required sometimes away at our customer’s premises.
- To be able to work temporarily at other locations within the group undertaking a similar role .
- Undertake such other duties commensurate with the post as may be required for the safe and effective performance of the company .
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop environment .
- To liaise with the Workshop senior engineer and Workshop Co-ordinator at the Commencement of duty each morning to receive guidance/instructions on Vehicle defects and related repair priorities.
- To be able to fill in company time sheets and service reports and any other paperwork required by the company in a clear and timely manner .
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Career progression pathways
- Access to apprenticeships and development programmes
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- 3x salary Death in Service benefit
- Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan
- 24/7 GP Anytime access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational health support
- Health surveillance programmes
- Retail discounts and rewards platform
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free independent mortgage advice
If you're a skilled engineer who enjoys fault-finding, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the team that keeps our customers' operations moving.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Service, inspect, diagnose faults in, and repair distribution tractors and other vehicles or equipment, including specialist and heavy goods vehicles. Complete accurate service and repair documentation, support mobile repairs and breakdowns, and follow health and safety requirements while working with colleagues and customers.
Requirements
Requires a City and Guilds Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair, or an equivalent qualification, plus substantial auto-electrical fault diagnosis and repair experience. Applicants must have experience with heavy goods or specialist vehicles, a valid UK driving licence, effective communication skills, and flexibility to travel and work at different locations.
Skills
- Vehicle Fault Diagnosis
- Auto Electrical Repairs
- Vehicle Servicing
- Vehicle Inspections
- Heavy Goods Vehicle Repair
- Specialist Vehicle Repair
- Electronic Diagnostic Equipment
- Technical Manual Interpretation
- Accident Damage Assessment
- Health and Safety
- Customer Service
- Service Documentation
- Teamwork
- Manual Handling
- UK Driving Licence
Benefits
- 25 Days of Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Death in Service Benefit
- Health Shield Medical Cash Plan
- 24/7 GP Access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health Support
- Retail Discounts and Rewards
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free Independent Mortgage Advice
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Trades
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- City and Guilds Level 3
- Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Auto Electrical Fault Diagnosis
- Electronic Diagnostic Equipment
- Heavy Goods Vehicles
- Specialist Vehicles
- Distribution Tractors
- Vehicle Servicing
- Vehicle Inspections
- VOSA Standards
- Technical Manuals
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Test Equipment
- Accident Damage Inspections
- Mobile Repairs
- Breakdown Response
- Field Service
- Health and Safety
- Service Reports
- Workshop Operations
- Customer Service
- UK Driving Licence
- Manual Handling