HGV Technician

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Job description

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Job Title: HGV Technician

Area: Basildon

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days)

Permanent

Salary: Excellent Rates of Pay plus London Weighting Allowance plus excellent benefits

Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing per year worked

Responsibilities

As an HGV Technician you will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order. Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics. You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team. It's crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies. Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Key Skills & Knowledge

The ideal candidate should hold education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or possess an equivalent engineering discipline. Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential. While it is preferable to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR, these are not mandatory. You should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems. The role requires someone who can multitask, meet key deadlines, and exhibit rigorous fault-finding skills. You should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave, which increases with your time with us, plus all the usual statutory bank holidays. Private medical insurance, and if you'd like to add family coverage, you can do so at a discounted rate. Pension 4.5% contribution from us, increasing to 7.5% after two years. From day one, you'll also have life assurance coverage of four times your salary. After two years, you'll benefit from income protection covering 50% of your salary. Take advantage of our market-leading discount scheme with major retailers and save on holidays with our purchase scheme. We also offer discounted gas and appliances to make life a little easier.

If you are interested and want to hear more information, contact David Steel on 01842820409 or email me.

Skills Required

• Engineering
• HGV
• Fitter
• Diagnostics
• General maintenance
• City & Guilds

Qualifications Required

• Engineering
• HGV
• Fitter
• Diagnostics
• General maintenance
• City & Guilds
• NVQ Level 3

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Vehicle Repair and Maintenance