Careers
A career with Nationwide Platforms s is not just an opportunity to join the leading company in powered access rental in the UK but also one that boasts a real commitment to its employees. Add to this a competitive salary and a range of benefits and training opportunities befitting a company of our size; you can see how you can start to build towards your future.
Job Details
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Job type: Full Time
Description
• Carry out daily checks and weekly F91 inspections on vehicle and ancillary equipment
• Drive vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, as appropriate to category of licence held
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and ancillary equipment
• Comply with all relevant legislation regarding safety, and working time etc
• Maintaining security of ancillary equipment
• Carry out basic vehicle maintenance i.e. fuelling, replenishing oil etc.
• Maintain high levels of personal appearance uniform and personal protective equipment as issued
• Act as an ambassador for the company, providing a high standard of customer care and being polite at all times
• Relay appropriate customer queries to depot staff as required
• Site and set up machine correctly in accordance with training and operators manual
• Handover machines to customers and familiarise customers with machine operation in accordance with company procedure (self-operated only)
• Ensure site surveys and method statements are adhered to
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork e.g. timesheets etc.
• Ensure current test and thorough examination reports are carried
Person Specification
• Good interpersonal skills and an understanding of the importance of excellent customer service are essential.
• Class 2 licence
• Previous experience in truck mounted mobile elevation platforms
Application process
You can apply for this vacancy by sending your CV or by downloading an application form. Please send your CV or application form to recruitment@lavendongroup.com.
We aim to respond to you directly within 5 consecutive working days to inform you of the outcome of your application.
Meet our employees
Name: Paul Farrell
Role: Foreman/Senior Service Engineer
“You can never get bored in this role as there is always something new and challenging happening.”
Paul is a Foreman and Senior Service Engineer. He has been with the company since 2009.
Name: Jonatan Cwiecek
Role: Apprentice Service Engineer
"Take pride and pleasure in what you do. I enjoy working for the company because they allow me to do this."
Jonatan is an Apprentice Service Engineer and has been with the company since 2009. He says the company has allowed him to develop a mechanical knowledge of the access industry
Name: Leonard Marshall
Role: Workshop Service Manager
"Give 100% every day. I enjoy working for the company due to the ever changing and challenging roles."
Lenny is a Workshop Service Manager at our Glasgow Depot. He has been with the company for nearly 11 years. He started as an engineer before his promotion in 2009 to manager.
Name: Cat Brawn
Role: Depot Manager
"Be easy to do business with and pay attention to detail. No day is the same, no customer is the same, no problem is the same."
Cat is the manager of our Kent Depot and has been with the company since 2009. She says she enjoys the variety the company offers and credits her brilliant team and fantastic training in helping her to develop further in her career.
Name: Donna Haddock
Role: Transport Co-Ordinator
"A challenging, yet rewarding role within the Company. I enjoy the day to day challenges of this position, which keeps me motivated. Reaching targets each month makes it very rewarding."
Donna is the Transport Co-ordinator for our Oldbury depot, and has been with the company since 2008. Donna started in Hire Desk control, before being given the opportunity for progression.