Character
Each candidate must be of good character
Health
Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Education, Training, Experience etc.
Candidate shall:
PLEASE NOTE:
· FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION.
· CANDIDATES SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION.
· NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A DETERMINATION FROM QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) TO ESTABLISH THEIR COMPARABILITY AGAINST THE IRISH NATIONAL FRAMEWORK OF QUALIFICATIONS. OVERSEAS QUALIFICATIONS MUST ALSO BE ACCOMPANIED BY A TRANSLATION DOCUMENT. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INADMISSIBLE.
· FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED).
- EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC:
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:
(a) Have completed and passed all phases of a recognised apprenticeship in HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) Mechanics or Construction Plant Fitter and possess documentary evidence in support of this such as a National Craft Certificate, QQI Certificate or equivalent. The successful candidate also will be required to undergo a Practical Test.
(b) Possess a standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to keep with efficiency the books and records necessary for maintenance record keeping.
(c) Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently under challenging time constraints.
(d) Possess adequate training and at least 3 years’ experience, within the last 5 years, as a Fitter /HGV Mechanic to enable the appointee to discharge efficiently the duties of employment.
(e) Have a good knowledge and experience in RSA requirements for maintaining, diagnosing and repairing of HCV and LCV’s for CVRT and vehicle maintenance and repair.
(f) Have experience in the repair and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles including but not limited to:
· Heavy and light plants
· HCV and LCV vehicles.
· Diesel and petrol engines.
(g) Have experience and a good working knowledge of modern vehicle systems including but not limited to
· Auto electrics, electronics and CAN bus systems.
· Adblue, EGR and other emissions systems.
· On board and third-party diagnostics.
· Hydraulics and pneumatics.
(h) Be conversant with and have some experience in welding techniques such as MIG, ARC, brazing and soldering.
(i) Be a competent driver and hold a current full Driving Licence in Category B without endorsement.
(j) Have in-date manual handling training on appointment
(k) Hold a current Safe Pass Card on appointment
(l) The successful candidate shall be expected to hold a full category C drivers’ licence following within a timescale agreed with the Technical Services Supervisor.
(m) Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health & Safety responsibilities.
Desirable Requirements
4.1 - IT IS DESIRABLE THAT EACH CANDIDATE SHALL:
4.1.1 - Have practical experience in repairing and maintaining the following machinery:
• Volvo and Renault trucks
• Road construction equipment such as rollers and surface laying equipment
• Road sweepers
4.1.2 - Have practical experience in operating Jaltest vehicle diagnostics.
4.1.3 - Has had previous employment in a premises that had a high focus on Health and Safety and also operated Safety Management systems.
4.1.4 - Have undertaken, or is willing to undertake, basic training to work safely and effectively with electric vehicles.