Shift Chargehand
£26.45 P/H
St Helens
Job Summary
As a Shift Chargehand at Arriva Merseyside Limited, you will be responsible for the efficient and safe operation of your assigned shift, ensuring our fleet of vehicles is maintained to the highest standards and available for service. You will lead a team of skilled technicians, overseeing daily tasks, and contributing to the overall operational success of the depot.
Job Responsibilities
* Supervise, motivate, and direct a team of technicians during your assigned shift to ensure all maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and to required standards.
* Allocate tasks and manage workloads, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and adherence to scheduled maintenance plans.
* Conduct quality checks on completed work, ensuring all repairs and maintenance meet company and regulatory standards.
* Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults on a variety of vehicles, providing guidance and support to your team.
* Ensure all workshop activities are carried out in a safe manner, adhering to health and safety regulations and company policies.
* Monitor stock levels of parts and materials, assisting with ordering and inventory control as required.
* Complete accurate documentation for all maintenance activities, including defect reports, job cards, and shift handovers.
* Communicate effectively with other shifts, management, and relevant departments to ensure a smooth and coordinated operation.
* Assist in the training and development of junior technicians.
* Respond to and resolve operational issues and breakdowns as they arise, minimizing disruption to service.
Job Qualifications
* Proven experience as a skilled technician in a heavy vehicle or commercial vehicle workshop environment.
* Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a workshop setting is highly desirable.
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or a relevant engineering discipline.
* Strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
* Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations pertinent to a workshop environment.
* Full UK driving license, preferably with PCV entitlement (or willingness to obtain).
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound decisions.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
* Proficiency in using workshop diagnostic equipment and computer systems.
* Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, as required by operational needs.