Bogie Repair Operative

KION

Oxford, United Kingdom
Onsite
Bogie and pallet repair and service
Use of counterbalance and reach trucks
Adherence to production line time constraints
KION is seeking a Bogie Repair Operative to join their team at the BMW Mini plant in Oxford, focusing on the repair and servicing of bogies, containers, and pallets to ensure minimal disruption to production. The role requires a basic engineering knowledge, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Job Summary

  • The main purpose of this role is to provide an accurate and efficient bogie, MFE, container, and pallet repair and service facility to the BMW Mini Plant with minimal disruption to production.
  • Responsibilities include manoeuvring equipment using counterbalance and reach trucks, undertaking service and maintenance tasks, and ensuring paperwork and risk assessments are completed daily.
  • The role requires adherence to strict deadlines, maintaining stock levels, and following manual handling guidelines to support smooth operations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

KION is seeking a Bogie Repair Operative to join their team at the BMW Mini plant in Oxford, focusing on the repair and servicing of bogies, containers, and pallets to ensure minimal disruption to production. The role requires a basic engineering knowledge, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bogie and pallet repair and service
  • Use of counterbalance and reach trucks
  • Adherence to production line time constraints
  • Completion of daily paperwork and risk assessments
  • Manual handling guideline compliance
  • Stock level maintenance and quality checks

Nice-to-have

  • Basic engineering knowledge
  • Willingness to learn
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Methodical working practice
  • Flexibility to move between departments
  • Teamwork with other departments and managers

Key Requirements

  • Forklift licence preferred but not essential
  • Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 0800-1600

Work Rights

Not specified

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