Workshop Technician - Forest & Groundcare

MacGregor Industrial Supplies, incorporating Balgownie, at Inverurie is seeking a Technician to join our busy Forest & Groundcare workshop and servicing department. The successful candidate will assist in the service, repair and/or testing of equipment for sale and hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with ordering the required materials and plant for repairs/service and to liaise with the parts department in arranging for materials to be in stock.
• Support with equipment service, repair and/or testing as scheduled to departmental and Company standards meeting performance targets when applied.
• Diagnose faults and diligently undertake all core and other trade works, as instructed, ensuring that the quality of work meets the highest standards and that targets are achieved.
• Ensure that components are available so that jobs can proceed as directed.
• Complete equipment pre-delivery inspections completed as necessary.
• Maintain tools, plant and equipment in a clean and workable condition.
• Ensure the general security of tools, plant and equipment and of workshop areas.
• Set up and operate equipment following manufacturers’ guidelines and/or procedures.
• Carry out precision measuring/testing of equipment following clear set procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of works undertaken including job tickets and timesheets and other required paperwork.
• Respond to Emergency Call outs during working hours.

Skills and Experience

• Vocational qualification, e.g., HND/HNC, City & Guilds and/or SVQ Level 2/3 in relevant subject (or equivalent).
• Experience in 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines, lawnmowers, Ground Care, Professional golf equipment and Quad bikes etc. preferred.
• Good mechanical and electrical knowledge and understanding.
• Full Valid UK Driving License.
• IT Literate and have good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Responding to new pressures, adjusting priorities as needed.
• Self-motivated and able to work under own autonomy and as part of a team.
• Ability to respond positively to new challenges and change.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Death In Service Benefit
• Employee discount
• Staff uniforms
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus, based on company performance
• Extra holiday after one year