HGV Mechanic G6

Job Details

  • All tools and specialised equipment within the Vehicle Maintenance Workshop and Stores Environment.
  • The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the identification and undertaking of his/her own training and development requirements in accordance with the Council’s Performance Management Framework.
  • Perform his/her duties in accordance with Rochdale Council’s Equality and Diversity Policy.
  • Ensure that Rochdale Council’s commitment to public service orientation and care of our customers is provided.
  • Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of staff, colleagues and the public in accordance with the Health and Safety policies of the council.
  • To assist towards ensuring an efficient, quality and cost effective vehicle maintenance facility is provided that meets all legislative, customer and financial requirements.
  • Must be able and willing to render regular and efficient service to undertake the duties of the post.
  • Must be committed to working towards the Single Team Principles.
  • Must be able to work towards achieving the priorities of Aiming High.
  • To work within a performance management framework
  • To attend any training sessions either on or off the job when instructed by management.
  • To report any obstacle/problem which prevents allocated tasks being undertaken.
  • To ensure all tasks are carried out in accordance with Corporate and Service Policies and report any incidents that may cause potential harm or injury.
  • To work with minimal supervision and to accept responsibility for the direction of work for apprentices and labourers.
  • To effectively diagnose defects and identify the most cost effective method of rectification appropriate to the relevant skill level.
  • To carry out site servicing and roadside repairs as required appropriate to the relevant skill level.
  • To carry out MOT (class IV, V & VII) and Taxi-test duties to the highest possible standard and quality, and to complete all relevant paperwork and documentation.
  • To complete all paperwork relevant to meet RBC’s records for vehicle servicing etc.
  • To assist in the training of apprentices.
  • To carry out auto electrical repairs within competency as and when required.
  • To carry out minor body repairs within competency as and when required.
  • To assist in any marketing/public relations event which publicises the working sof Environmental Management or the council as a whole.
  • To keep up to date with developments in vehicle and plant technology appropriate to the relevant skill level.
  • To carry out any reasonable tasks as directed by management.
  • To undertake any other duties and responsibilities of a similar grade as may reasonably be required.
  • To service, maintain and repair the fleet of RBC vehicles up to 3,500 kg GVW
  • To service, maintain and repair any other vehicle up to 3,500 kg GVW, when instructed by management, to the highest possible standard and quality.
  • Payrate:£21.50 umbrella
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