Mechanic

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Mechanic is responsible for carrying out skilled mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and servicing of vehicles including Light goods and heavy goods vehicles, plant and associated mobile equipment to ensure operational safety, reliability, and compliance with UK statutory requirements.

Working under the supervision of the Workshop Manager, the role involves working on complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems primarily in the workshop with occasional travel to field and nearshore project sites.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles and other heavy and light plant equipment to manufacturer and regulatory standards.


• Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections in line with manufacturer and regulatory standards such as DVSA.


• Identify and rectify faults in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals.


• Maintain accurate service, inspection, and maintenance records in accordance with company and legal obligations.


• Ensure all vehicles and equipment are roadworthy, compliant, and safe for use, reporting defects and maintaining a proactive maintenance culture.


• Prepare, test, and mobilise field and nearshore CPT HGV’s, plant, equipment and vehicles for operational deployment.


• Contribute to maintaining an efficient, safe, and organised workshop environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.


• Work collaboratively with the workshop and projects team, supporting the efficient delivery of projects with minimal downtime.


• May be required to work overtime and undertake occasional travel and overnight stays when required to support company operations on project sites i.e., to attend onsite break downs.

Skill Level:                NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicles

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

• Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, braking systems, transmissions, hydraulics, and vehicle electrics.


• Competent in mechanical diagnostics.


• Understanding of workshop safety, vehicle compliance, and maintenance best practices.

Personal Attributes

• Team-oriented and adaptable with a proactive approach to problem-solving.


• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Safety-conscious, reliable, and well-organised.

Other Benefits

• Access to Private Healthcare Insurance


• Life Assurance (2x salary)


• Accident and Sickness benefit


• Overtime opportunities, stay away allowances and other site-based enhancements 


• Pension Scheme 


• Share Purchase Scheme - save as you earn & potential to receive matching shares!


• Long service awards


• Employee Assistance Programme


• And more!

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, and due to the requirement, that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position, a successful candidate may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test, including a drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.

ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.