DPD Group UK
Logistics
HGVTechnician/MechanicalEngineer-Nights
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“HGV Technician / Mechanical Engineer - Nights at DPD Group UK. Skills: HGV maintenance, Mechanical repair, Electrical repair, Fleet compliance. Perform routine safety inspections. Diagnose mechanical faults”
What You'll Achieve.
Minimise vehicle downtime; Meet DVSA regulations; Meet compliance standards; Meet road safety regulations; Meet legal compliance standards
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Diagnostic skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and repair, Up-to-date knowledge of roadworthiness guide, Knowledge of heavy vehicle mechanical systems, Knowledge of heavy vehicle electrical systems, Knowledge of heavy vehicle braking systems, Ability to read technical manuals, Ability to read diagnostic reports, Ability to read repair manuals, Excellent problem-solving skills, Excellent diagnostic skills, Good organisational skills, Good time management skills, Commitment to Health standards, Commitment to Safety standards, Commitment to compliance standards
Nice to Have
IRTEC licence, HGV Class 1 licence, Experience on Mercedes tractor units, Experience on DAF tractor units, Experience on MAN tractor units, Experience on Volvo tractor units, Experience on G&A lifting deck trailers, Experience on Tiger lifting deck trailers
What You'll Do.
Perform routine safety inspections
Diagnose mechanical faults
Diagnose electrical faults
Diagnose pneumatic faults
Diagnose hydraulic faults
Repair mechanical faults
Repair electrical faults
Repair pneumatic faults
Repair hydraulic faults
Repair suspension systems
Repair steering systems
Repair electrical systems
Repair exhaust systems
Repair emission systems
Prepare vehicles for MOT testing
Maintain service records
Maintain defect reports
Maintain inspection documentation
Ensure road safety compliance
Ensure legal compliance
Use diagnostic equipment
Use diagnostic software
Identify systematic faults
Resolve mechanical faults
Resolve electrical faults
Maintain workshop environment
Maintain diagnostic systems
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with technicians; Collaborate with operatives; Collaborate with management
Full Job Description
* Contract: Permanent, 40.25 hours per week * Salary: Up to 63, Tool Allowance, Monthly Bonus of 5% and Progression opportunities * Location: Hub 4 Hinckley, LE10 3BQ * Days of Work: 4 on 4 off * Hours of Work: 18:40 - 07.00 DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer. We are currently recruiting an experienced and highly motivated HGV Technician to join our team of highly skilled technicians. As the successful HGV Technician, you will report to the VMU Manager and be part of the team responsible for inspecting, servicing, maintaining, and repairing the DPD HGV fleet, made up of approximately 1500 tractor units and 3000 trailers. You will ensure that the fleet is maintained to the highest standard of safety, is fully compliant with DVSA regulations, and remains operationally efficient by minimising vehicle downtime. Working in a time-critical parcel distribution environment, your key accountabilities will include; * Performing routine scheduled safety inspections in accordance with DVSA requirements. * Diagnostics and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults on the various vehicles within the DPD fleet * Completing repairs and replacements on components, including: * Engines and transmissions * Brake systems * Suspension systems * Steering systems * Electrical systems and diagnostics * Exhaust and emission systems * Preparing vehicles to a high standard for MOT testing and ensuring all compliance standards are met. * Maintaining accurate service records, defect reports, and inspection documentation. *
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