Maintenance Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

ABOUT US

EMG/Gravity delivers an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide: 30 offices, more than 100 outside broadcast trucks and flypacks and 40 studios across the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia, offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world’s most-watched live events and entertainment programmes and working with the world’s most renowned sports rights holders, production houses and broadcasters.

The group’s acknowledged broadcast technology and production partnerships across major sports including UEFA euros, Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, Champions League and Premiership football, Formula E, the Bathurst 1000, the ATP Tour, Australian Open, US Open and French Open, Tour de France, Giro d’Italia and Tour Down Under, NBC Sports and College Sports across the US, the World Aquatics Championships, the Melbourne Cup, the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

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THE ROLE

EMG UK is looking for a proactive, dedicated and team orientated HGV Mechanic to assist in the maintenance of our busy fleet operation.  Based in Chalgrove, Oxford, the successful candidate will work with our experienced team to maintain our extensive fleet of television outside broadcast vehicles.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all vehicle and trailer servicing and repairs are correctly carried out.​
• Accurately complete electronic job sheets and other inspection documentation as required.​
• Carry out welding and fabrication work as necessary (training provided if required).​
• Raise and action component procurement requirements as needed.​
• Use workshop equipment in a correct manner.​
• Contribute towards effective “preventative maintenance”.​
• Correctly record the use of parts.​
• Complete all work to a “right first time standard”.​
• Prepare and submit vehicles to a standard appropriate for the issuing of an annual test certificate.​
• Communicate accurately as to ‘Work in Progress’ and efficiently notifying the fleet office anticipated delays or issues.​
• Ensure that knowledge is in line with modern technologies and developments applicable to the role.​
• Ensure that high housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.​
• Assist with other ad-hoc duties as required.​

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

• IMI L3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (or equivalent).​
• Evidenced CPD (e.g. IRTEC)
• Understanding of vehicle maintenance requirements and procedures.​
• Keenness to understand mechanics & associated electrics.​
• Full UK Driving Licence C+E (Class 1) essential.
• Valid Drivers CPC card and Digital Tachograph card (to be renewed as required).​
• Effective verbal and written skills, coupled with problem solving skills.​
• Comfortable with the use of IT and software applications.
• Open willingness to undergo additional training and upskilling.​
• Safely control and work with heavy equipment.​
• Able to work on own initiative and/or as part of a team.​
• To fully understand and comply with all company and statutory related processes, including hours of work and H&S working practice.​
• Willingness to be flexible and work overtime and weekends where exceptions arise.​

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BENEFITS

• Company pension
• 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a range of Discounts & Benefits
• Discount Gym Membership
• Family Friendly Policies
• Life Insurance

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We pride ourselves in building a diverse and equal company where opportunity exists for all.

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YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UK WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE

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If you decide not to apply for this role but would be interested in joining us, please see our Careers page or send your details to careers.uk@emglive.com