HGV Transport Technician

Job Title: HGV Transport Technician

Ref number: Tyne & Wear 5093115333390

Requirements:

• Full current driving licence
• Basic DBS required for this role

The team is seeking a time-served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, including a minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance. You will be an Engineer with previous experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles, and/or plant. You will be able to provide cover via standby as part of a prescribed and agreed system, which includes weekends, weekdays out of hours, and a rota system. Candidates are paid a standby payment when they have conducted standby duties in addition to their standard hourly rate.

Qualifications:

• A time-served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Must have a full current driving licence to meet the travel requirements of the role.
• Current full driving licence (Cat B) and LGV licence (Cat C), or be prepared to obtain Cat C within 12 months of appointment. The Service may supply the necessary training to obtain this entitlement.

Skills & Experience:

• An Engineer with experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles, and/or plant.
• An up-to-date knowledge of modern vehicle and plant systems, including applicable legislation.
• Ability to carry out a variety of strenuous tasks.
• Ability to diagnose and rectify faults, including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant.
• Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs, including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS, and traction control systems.
• Able to fabricate using a variety of materials, including metal, wood, and fibreglass.
• A commitment to safe working principles and practices.
• Ability to operate a range of tools and equipment as necessary.
• Able to provide cover via standby as part of a prescribed and agreed system, which includes weekends, weekdays out of hours, and a rota system.
• Able to work to a flexible working scheme, which may include some weekends/evenings.