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We are in search of an experienced plant and vehicle mechanic/workshop manager with substantial knowledge of vehicle diagnostics. The role involves collaborating with a small team of fitters to enhance and develop current workshop practices, supporting and maintaining a growing technical pool of plant and vehicles. This is a hands-on role in a challenging working environment that requires significant development and improvement

Main Duties

• Oversee and administrate daily duties, including vehicle data management on MAXIMO, vehicle allocation, maintenance, servicing, fault finding and repair, workshop housekeeping, tool and equipment control, and total fleet management
• Contribute to effective contract performance by closely working with the Plant & Transport Team to deliver company strategies for servicing and operating the MoD Core Plant, including electric cars
• Collaborate with Air Head MTMS and MT Supervisors to ensure effective coordination between sections
• Manage vehicle allocation, use, and activity support
• Establish and maintain an effective vehicle maintenance regime aligned with manufacturer’s recommendations

What we are looking for

• Use online technical publications for fleet serviceability, creating demands for spares and replacement parts
• Ensure all diagnostic equipment is maintained and configured for use on the core plant fleet
• Engage with specialist support agencies to resolve technical issues
• Manage the team-training programme, including Toolbox Talks (TBT) to ensure employees maintain adequate skills
• Collaborate with the stores team for ordering and ensuring adequate stocks of spares are maintained
• Monthly reporting on Plant and transport condition for life cycle replacement, vehicle mileage, usage, and availability
• Provide vehicle support for delivery activities in collaboration with management
• Jointly with Air Head MT Supervisor, manage the allocation of welfare vehicles
• Conduct MOT annual inspections as required by AIG law
• Request work orders from the Helpdesk for vehicle and plant defects, updating MAXIMO as required
• Implement strong QSHE practices throughout all activities, working closely with the QSHE Manager
• Support management and other sections in preparing cast vehicles for back loading and disposal
• Maintain a register of trained operators, including sub-contractors
• Prioritize repairs and servicing to ensure maximum plant and vehicle availability
• Undertake annual and mid-term team performance reviews as required by company policies

Person Specification

• Formal qualification(s) in vehicle servicing, maintenance, and workshop management
• Essential training and good working knowledge of a range of diagnostic equipment
• Full range of driving qualifications, including HGV; crane qualifications desirable but not essential
• Able to prioritize workload in a demanding environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and customers at all levels
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of computer skills in Microsoft Office. E-days & MAXIMO desirable but not essential
• Willing to work in an underdeveloped and limited facility workshop with a view to enhance and improve
• Willing to develop personal and team skills to operate and maintain the MOD core plant fleet