Apprentice HGV Motor Mechanic

Shadowing a qualified garage mechanic. Ensure all equipment is working correct and efficiently meeting health, safety and maintenance

Requirements

. Carry out the work safely and efficiently meeting the needs of the Follow all SOP's. Carry out service and repair work on HGV and trailers in a timely manner adhering to industry standard.

Carry out inspections and complete paperwork. Carry out pre-MOT work to VOSA standards. Liaise with garage stock controller to order parts and complete traceability.

Carry out work under defects from site and prioritise to ensure continuous production. Observe highway code and drive company vehicle with maximum due care and protection. Attend work at other sites, ensure all equipment is organised before setting off.

Attend vehicle breakdowns and ensure safety at the roadside. Liaise with fleet manager to ensure vehicle down time is kept to a minimum. Liaise with transport to ensure vehicles and trailers are inspected in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule and that equipment requiring attention due to a defect are dealt with promptly promoting a nil defect policy.

Comply with the site health & safety

Requirements

carrying g out risk assessments and assisting with the writing of SOP’s communicating with the Health & Safety manager. Ensure all repairs are carried out in a timely manner to ensure all road worthy. Carry out correct completion of garage paperwork and filled in correctly.

Attend all training courses requested by the company to meet the business and the individual objectives.