Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician

Caerphilly County Borough Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician to conduct inspections, maintenance and repairs on their fleet of specialized vehicles. The role offers a salary ranging from £35,412 to £38,220, alongside benefits such as a pension scheme and agile working patterns. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods maintenance and experience working with HGV vehicles.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Agile working patterns

Staff discount schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant knowledge of HGV MOT standards.
• A proven record of working on HGV vehicles, light commercials and working with municipal vehicles.
• A Full driving licence for vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct MOT preparations, inspections, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Inspect and maintain the Authority's fleet of vehicles.
• Repair and maintain refuse vehicles and other specialist fleet brands.

Skills

HGV MOT standards knowledge

Experience with HGV and municipal vehicles

Mechanical and electrical repair skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods maintenance

Job description

We are recruiting a Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician at Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Working hours: 37
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Tir-y-Berth Depot
Team: Green Spaces and Transport Services

Overview

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

As an HGV Technician, you’ll play a key part in keeping some of the council’s biggest specialist fleet brands on the road. You will be responsible for conducting MOT preparations, inspections, maintenance, repair, and servicing of our customers’ fleets. You will inspect and maintain Authority’s fleet of vehicles, hired vehicles, plant and equipment; and undertake all mechanical and electrical repairs to DVSA and manufacturer’s standards in line with Council policies and the guide to maintaining road worthiness. You will repair and maintain the Authority’s refuse vehicles, sweepers and gritting vehicles including all mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Work to schedule of rates contract times and record all necessary documentation required in line with the Authority’s procedures.

Qualifications

• Relevant knowledge of HGV MOT standards.
• A Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (for example, NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods maintenance).
• A proven record of working on HGV vehicles, light commercials and working with municipal vehicles.
• A Full driving licence for vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes (3,500kg), Large Vehicles Category C or C+E, or willing to obtain following appointment within 12 months.
• Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence to drive Council Vehicles.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Agile working patterns.
• Staff discount schemes.

Contact

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After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vernon Oak on 07394097435 or email [e-mail].