Lewis Gill

I carry out all manner of work at Manchetts working primarily on MAN vehicles. Performing everything from routine maintenance and MOT preparations, to diagnosing and rectifying faults, to engine and clutch replacements. Being a MAN dealership I also haven experience on working on light commercial vehicles. This being the MAN TGE van.

Whilst I have been at Manchetts I have been trained in the servicing of car transporter equipment. This is important as we look after a small fleet of vehicles for an auctioneer. Ensuring they are maintained to a high standard.

I was mainly a HGV Mechanic working on a fleet of Volvos and DAFs, along with looking after low loader trailers and one flat bed.

I also looked after a variety of customer vehicles and trailers. Which covered most makes of truck and trailer. I was also responsible for booking in work, organising parts and MOT tests. Generally working around the customer in order to deliver the best service possible.

I also looked after some agricultural trailers simple twin axle flat beds with hydraulic brakes. I also serviced the occasional New Holland tractor and Dieci telehandler. This was only once a year and it was our own equipment.

I started my DAF Apprenticeship 08/08/16 this was a three year apprenticeship and I graduated in November 2019. As part of my apprenticeship I was put through my Forklift licence.

My main role was is in diagnosing and rectifying faults. This was done in the workshop sometimes on site or roadside as required. I only worked on DAFs and a very limited number of trailers.