Location: Elland, Halifax
Terberg DTS UK is looking for a Workshop Engineer to join our growing team and to be part of our experienced and professional Workshop team.
What is the job role?
To perform a variety of routine servicing, inspections (VOSA standards) and subsequent repairs to one or more types of Distribution Tractors and other vehicles/equipment. To perform visual or operational checks and carry out repairs as required. To carry out technical inspections or use technical manuals and diagnostic techniques to find and repair inoperable or defective machine parts, components or systems using test equipment. You will be required to undertake thorough inspections of accident damaged machines and produce accurate reports to enable repair. To observe all Health & Safety requirements at all times. You will also be required to carry out planned mobile repair work and attend breakdowns as part of the Field Service Team as needed.
Requirements and what we are looking for
- To display the highest standards of; appearance, manner and technical ability at all times.
- To accurately and quickly fault diagnose and undertake resultant repairs. To include working on a range of makes and models.
- To able to undertake vehicle servicing, repair and other related work.
- To complete all vehicle servicing and repair documentation correctly, in a timely manner and to a good standard.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required.
- There will be an element of manual handling involved.
- To work with all departments, particularly with projects that are being explored or implemented.
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job or to support the needs of the business.
- Where possible ensure a first time fix.
- To maintain a high standard of customer service at all times.
- Develop own competence to meet requirements of job.
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job.
- To maintain and develop current processes and procedures in the upkeep of the internal documentation.
- To be able and willing to communicate effectively within Workshop Management and Supervision, work colleagues and customers.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required.
- A flexible approach to working in a workshop team environment.
- A flexible approach to working hours is required along with the ability to travel extensively both in the UK and overseas as required.
- The factory unit is based in Elland however the applicant must be flexible in terms of working location and be prepared to work as required sometimes away at our customer’s premises.
- To be able to work temporarily at other locations within the group undertaking a similar role.
- Undertake such other duties commensurate with the post as may be required for the safe and effective performance of the company
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop environment.
- To liaise with the Workshop senior engineer and Workshop Co-ordinator at the Commencement of duty each morning to receive guidance/instructions on Vehicle defects and related repair priorities.
- To be able to fill in company time sheets and service reports and any other paperwork required by the company in a clear and timely manner.
What do Terberg DTS offer you?
At Terberg you are part of the market leading supplier of specialist vehicles, equipment and support to the UK logistics, distribution, port, industrial, aviation and fire and rescue. The atmosphere in our family business is fantastic and you will work within a motivated team. We offer great benefits including; company pension, life insurance, cycle to work scheme and more. Personal development is important to us so further training and education may be offered so you can excel.
Is this the right career path for you?
Let us know by sending an email to recruitment@terbergdts.co.uk and attach your CV and a brief description of why you want to apply for the role. If you would like more information about the company or the vacancy, Please contact our HR Team on 01422 257 100.
Royal Terberg Group operates worldwide in the development, production and service of special vehicles and systems for logistics and refuse collection. As a family business, we stand for our people. Based on our core values, we focus on sustainable growth and innovation, which has made us successful for more than 150 years. For example, we have been investing in electrically powered vehicles since 2014 and are testing hydrogen to the full. We want to deal responsibly with our environment so that future generations can continue our success.