Company description
Driven by people and passion, we are a solid independent family run haulage business established over 100 years ago and continuing to go from strength to strength. We have a mixed fleet of Scania and MAN trucks, 3.5t through to 36T 100 t/m metre hiab / crane lorries. We hold the highest standard of GOLD in the FORS transport industry quality scheme, which we have held for over 10 years. The philosophy is simple; we care about doing a great job with great people who we invest in. If you are a team player who wants to roll their sleeves up and join in you'll fit right in.
Minimum 50 Hours basic paid weekly GUARANTEED
Annual salary review
20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays = 28 days total
Cycle to work scheme
Company phone or contribution to your phone
Generous company pension contribution
Uniform provided and cleaned
Ongoing investment in training to further your career
Job description
S. Porretta & Sons Ltd, a family firm, operate a fleet of Scania and MAN vehicles, Lorry loaders (hiabs), along with MAC and Broshuis trailers, VW and MAN vans and forklifts from our site at Radford, Coventry.
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team of highly motivated and loyal professionals who work collaboratively to ensure all work is carried out to the highest of standards.
The workshop department plays an integral part in the Company’s fleet operations, ensuring legal compliance in all areas.
The workshop’s normal operating hours are Monday to Friday 08.00am to 18.00pm.
The successful candidate will be a qualified Heavy / Light Goods Vehicle mechanic or be time served with significant experience in all the major elements of goods vehicle repairs including engines, transmission, braking systems and suspension including a basic knowledge of vehicle electrics. Experience of Goods Vehicle MOT preparation is desirable. Must have the ability to work on a wide variety of vehicles and plant including HGVs, LGVs, trailers and forklifts. Hydraulic experience preferred but not essential.
You will be required to inspect, service, diagnose and repair mechanical & electrical defects, brake test and prepare MOTs, and also complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard. We have a system for defect logging and resolution.
An HGV C+E driving licence would be advantageous, but not essential.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Experience:
- HGV mechanic: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- HGV licence (preferred)
- driving licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/08/2021
Reference ID: SPSHGV120210705
Expected start date: 23/06/2025
