Vehicle Technician with MAN brand experience

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Inspections: Conduct routine maintenance and Preventative Maintenance

Inspections (PMIs) in accordance with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

standards to ensure all vehicles meet safety regulations.

2. Diagnostics: Utilize advanced computer diagnostic software and manual

troubleshooting techniques to accurately identify faults in engine, braking, steering, and

suspension systems.

3. Repairs & Servicing: Adjust, repair, and replace worn or damaged mechanical,

hydraulic, and electrical components to ensure optimal vehicle performance.

4. MOT & ADR Preparation: Perform thorough inspections and testing of vehicles to

guarantee they pass annual MOT tests. For tanker or hazardous goods vehicles, strictly

adhere to ADR (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of

Dangerous Goods by Road) regulations.

5. Road Testing: Test-drive repaired vehicles to confirm proper performance and

roadworthiness, ensuring compliance with driving licence requirements.

6. Breakdown Attendance: Respond to roadside or customer-site breakdowns to repair

disabled vehicles or safely recover them as needed.

7. Documentation: Complete job cards, service sheets, and inspection records

accurately to maintain a compliant audit trail for all repairs and services performed.

8. Experience with Euro 6 engines and after treatment systems (ad Blue

Requirements & Qualifications:

- Qualifications: A Level 3 vocational qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and

Repair (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or an industry-recognised apprenticeship) is preferred.

Time-served experience may also be considered by RK Trucks LTD.

- Driving Licence: A full UK Driving Licence is essential, with a preference for candidates

holding an HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 licence.

- Experience: Previous experience in a commercial workshop environment is strongly

desired, although backgrounds in multi-manufacturer and heavy plant sectors are

highly transferable.

- Compliance: A solid understanding of UK road transport legislation and health and

safety regulations is required to ensure compliance and safety in all operations.