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HGV TECHNICIAN, SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Ford and Slater are one the UKs largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have vacancy for an HGV Technician / Shift Supervisor in the fantastic team at our Chesterfield depot.
As an HGV Technician / Shift Supervisor, we can offer you:
A competitive hourly rate depending on experience
Overtime at premium rates
Excellent DAF HGV Technician / Shift Supervisor Training & development opportunities in house and manufacturers
HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
22 days holiday (excluding statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
Employee Of The Month Competition
Employee Assistance Program
Career Progression Opportunities
Pension (Enhanced Employer Contribution)
Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Who are we looking for as an HGV Technician / Workshop Supervisor:
Previous Workshop Supervisor experience working as a Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
Ideally have served a recognised apprenticeship or training programme.
Qualified to Level 3 (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Excellent technical knowledge ensuring maintenance and repairs are carried out to manufacturers procedures.
Sound knowledge to accurately diagnosis faults.
Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
General level of computer literacy.
Full UK driving licence.
The HGV Workshop Supervisor role / responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Managing a team of HGV Technicians. Ensure workshop activities are compliant with Health and Safety legislation. Allocate work to the Workshop and complete job cards. Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Fault Diagnostics. Carry out safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's. Mechanical and Electrical repairs. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions. Attend any technical or development training that is made available.
Working hours: Alternating weeks, Monday to Friday: 6am-3pm / 1pm-10pm
Apply today to start your journey with Ford & Slater
No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you havent received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.
