Permanent
Assistant Engineering Manager
Stoke-on-Trent
£45000/annum £45,000 per annum
Posted Yesterday
Our client is a fantastic business based in the Stoke-on-Trent area, they do a lot for the community in their local area and are very people-focused. They are seeking a Vehicle Workshop Controller to join their team, supporting the Manager, overseeing repairs and maintenance of the company’s fleet. This role will offer development within the business for a long-standing career and has progression opportunities. The team is a friendly and personable group, and is very supportive in their approach
Job Description for the Vehicle Workshop Controller role:
- Managing the maintenance schedule for the fleet of vehicles, plus plant equipment and machinery, ensuring that the fleet complies with all regulations and standards
- Support the day-to-day operations, including supervising and mentoring a small team of operatives, to achieve the highest standard of output and quality
- To build and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers
- Liaise with operational departments to arrange and schedule R&M service dates to manage vehicle availability and downtime
- Maintain records of inspections, licences, and certifications
- Undertake driver daily checks and vehicle inspection audits
- Provide maintenance and technical support of minor vehicle repairs and machinery, ensuring duties are carried out safely and effectively
- Assist in job control using our fleet management software
- Ordering of equipment and resources
- IRTEC Inspection Technician Licence (Level 3 NVQ, HGV Maintenance and repair)
- Strong experience in vehicle mechanics and maintenance
- Be able to solve technical and operational issues
- Experience in maintaining plant equipment would be an advantage
- Someone who can use their initiative to make informed decisions
- Someone who can work under pressure
- A professional approach
Salary: £45,000 Per Annum
Brampton Recruitment is an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.
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