Trainee Parts Person

Who are we?

Smart Fleet Solutions is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of vehicle remarketing, inspection, refurbishment and business systems. Currently employing over 400 people across a number of UK locations, we act on behalf of vehicle manufacturers, fleet/leasing companies, rental companies & large fleets.

Due to rapid expansion we are currently seeking a Trainee Parts Person to join our team at Livingston.

The job

Reports to: Technical Services Manager

Purpose of role

Ensuring all parts operations are carried out in a timely efficient manner. To order, receive, locate and issue parts, paints and consumables.

Key responsibilities

Order and receive goods into stores recording electronic data and administrating paperwork.
Monitor parts supply and communicate expected arrival dates to workshop control.
Maintaining an ordered parts store and finding parts from stock.
Arrange sub contract repairs with approved suppliers when necessary.
Create and maintain professional relationships with all suppliers.
Ensure that all company polices are adhered to, as an example, Health and safety.
Knowledge, skills and experience

Ability to work on your own initiative and as a team.
A flexible attitude to working hours.
Strong communication skills with a mature and professional approach.
Good computer skills with attention to detail when entering data.
Measurable Competencies

Initiative and taking ownership

Takes on responsibility and accountability for tasks and actions.

Self-management

The ability to understand your own motivations and personality and manage them effectively, so that you manage your own time, priorities and resources to achieve goals.

Collaborative team working

The willingness to act as part of a team and work towards achieving team goals and outcomes.

Effective communication

The ability to communicate well and put across your thoughts and ideas through a variety of communication methods.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 40 hour week.

Breaks: 30 min lunch (unpaid)

With immediate start dates, this is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, caring and ever growing business. So, what are you waiting for?

We reserve the right to close the vacancy once a suitable number of applications has been received, we therefore recommend that you submit your application without delay to avoid disappointment.

how to apply

To apply for this position, please click on ‘Apply’ and follow a short application process.