Workshop Fitter

Job Title: Workshop Fitter

Location: Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR

Salary: £22.15 per Hour

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Working Hours: 50 hours per week

About Us:

Countrystyle is a member of the family-owned Heathcote Holdings Group of resource management companies and as a family run business our people and customers are at the heart of our growth and drive for passion for solution focused service.

About the role:

To achieve and persistently maintain high standards of workmanship and competence in performing tasks associated with preventative maintenance checks and general maintenance, whilst also maintaining high standards of internal and external communications and relationships.

Responsibilities:

Complete daily vehicle checks and fill out the Vehicle Defect sheet at the start and
Carry out inspections, diagnosing any faults and defects on fleet vehicles, trailers, related equipment and components. This includes testing, dismantling, overhauling, repairing, and re-assembling as required
Participate in supporting operatives and employees in preventative maintenance checks, services and general maintenance/repairs of fleet vehicles, trailers, related equipment and components
Perform road tests
Perform emergency call out repairs as required
Competently operate electronic testing equipment and other hand tools
Maintain repair and service records on each vehicle
Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, as required, and in line with Countrystyle's policies and procedures.
Ensure that all work done by the team is carried in line with the safe systems of work and that appropriate PPE and safety equipment is used at all times
Comply with all Health, Safety, HR and Environmental policies and procedures
Staff have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work
Staff must co-operate, report unsafe conditions and comply with the company management systems and safe systems of work as well as co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirementsAbout you:

Essential:

Good Communication
Time and Priority Management
Problem Solving
Good attention to detail
A positive and respectful attitude to others
Ability to work alone or in a team
Experience working in a Workshop environment
Experience working in a similar role with HGVs
HGV Class 2 Driving Licence/CPC
NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and RepairDesirable:

Ability to plan own work
Experience in the Waste Industry
Experience working with DAF trucksBenefits:

Life Insurance with access to GP24
Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
Cycle to work scheme
Company Events
GymFlex salary sacrificePlease click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; HGV Technician, Fleet Maintenance Engineer, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Plant Fitter, DAF Technician, Vehicle Inspector, Waste Management Fleet, MOT Preparation, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Diagnostics Technician, Roadside Assistance, CVRT (Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test), and Fleet Workshop Technician may also be considered for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed