Lorry/Truck Engineer

G Crook and Sons • Full-time • Dorchester, ENG, GB • 2d ago

Our Company History:

G Crook & Sons is a local family owned business formed in 1971, starting out as a small agricultural and construction plant hire business we have steadily grown and now have interests in everything from Leisure to Landfill, we are now one of the largest plant hire businesses in Dorset, involved in the transportation and supply of all forms of Plant and Agricultural self drive and operator supplied machinery as well as the collection, sorting and redistribution of quarry aggregates and wastes.

Job Title: Lorry Truck Engineer

G Crook & Sons operate a large fleet of Modern Scania Tippers, Low Loaders, Road Sweepers and Muck Away Grab Lorries as well as being contracted to numerous local businesses to look after external 6 weekly fleet maintenance and repair requirements, Due to ongoing expansion we are currently looking to recruit an additional experienced HGV Engineer/Mechanic for our workshop facility in West Knighton, Dorchester, Dorset.

The position is Monday - Friday and occasional Saturday mornings depending on workload basic hours are 45 hours per week. (we pay top rates and salary negotiable depending on experience).

The ideal candidate will be experienced in routine maintenance and repair of all makes of heavy commercial vehicles, light commercial vehicles and ideally possess a HGV licence for test purposes (although not essential for the role).

Relevant qualifications in either City & Guilds or formally qualified to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in vehicle repair & maintenance preferred although not essential if you have a track record of previous relevant experience.

Being able to work unsupervised and complete the necessary documentation is essential as would awareness of health and safety obligations at all times, the successful candidate can expect to enjoy a varied and interesting occupation with a an excellent renumeration package to reflect their skills and dedication to the company.

Key Roles:

Repairing vehicles in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current legislation.
Routine vehicle maintenance to VOSA standards.
Able to use and understand results from Diagnostic equipment
Preparation and presentation of vehicles and trailers for annual MOT inspection.
Good housekeeping routines to meet H&S requirements.
Ability to maintain service records and create workshop reports.
Ensure all paperwork is completed to a high standard.
Utilise all Personal Protective Equipment as necessary.
To communicate effectively with the Transport & Workshop Managers

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

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