HGV Technician

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Monday-Friday Days + 1 in 3 Weeks On-Call-Rota

• Up to 10% Matched Private Pension, X4 Life Assurance
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Staff Discounts Platform, EAP, Cycle-To-Work-Scheme

A number of opportunities has become available for one of the UK’s most highly renowned food manufacturing companies, that can offer great training & development opportunities. They are looking for a HGV Technician to join their close-knit fleet maintenance team.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Carry out servicing and maintenance of all the HGV, LGV fleet vehicles, trailers, tractor engines and associated equipment
• Maintenance work on a mixed fleet of DAF & IVECO trucks
• Working on engine mechanics, vehicle electrics & diagnostics, hydraulics, gearboxes
• Assist the VMU controller and manager to liaise with transport and logistics departments, keeping them informed of vehicle availability
• Ensure that vehicles are inspected and meet DVSA MOT requirements, with all paperwork
• Work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ensure that all maintenance admin and paperwork meet company & legislative standards

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Must have previously worked as a HGV technician
• Experience of working on HGV trucks, tractor engines & trailers
• Previously have worked in a busy fleet maintenance operation
• Must have strong knowledge of servicing & maintenance to DVSA standards
• Ideally have IMI qualifications or C&G / NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance
• Beneficial to hold a HGV/LGV Class 1 or 2 (C+E) Driving Licence
• Must possess excellent communication skills
• Able to work on own initiative and be a team player
• Good knowledge of electrical, fault finding and diagnostics
• Willingness to train and learn new things