HGV Master Technician

Ford & Slater; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major truck dealership is looking for an experienced HGV Master Technician to join their team in Corby. The role involves servicing various trucks and vehicles, conducting fault diagnostics, and performing repairs. The ideal candidate will have experience as an HGV Technician and possess a relevant qualification. A competitive hourly rate of £17 - £21 is offered along with training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Overtime at premium rates

22 days holiday (plus Stats), rising to 25 days after 5 years

Career progression opportunities

Pension

Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as HGV Technician or Master Technician.
• Time served HGV Technician is ideal.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles.
• Fault diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Complete all paperwork accurately.

Skills

Experience as HGV Technician

Ability to participate in breakdowns

General level of computer literacy

Education

Qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

DAF Trucks UK Ltd

Ford and Slater are one of the UK's largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have a vacancy for an HGV Master Technician in the fantastic team at our DAF Trucks Depot in Corby.

Job Description

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles.
• Fault Diagnostics.
• MOT Preparation.
• Mechanical and Electrical repairs.
• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer's procedures and in a safe and responsible manner.
• Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions.
• Attend any technical or development training that is made available.

Working Pattern

Week 1: Mon - Fri 6am to 2:30pm.
Week 2: Mon - Fri 1:30pm to 10pm.
Saturday morning on late week paid as overtime.

Location

Corby

Requirements

• You will have previous experience working as an HGV Technician / Master Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• Ideally have a qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or a time served HGV Technician.
• Ability to participate in breakdowns.
• Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
• General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Salary and Benefits

• An hourly rate of £17 - £21, depending on your HGV Master Technician experience.
• Overtime at premium rates.
• Excellent DAF HGV Master Technician Training & Development opportunities - in house and manufacturer's HGV driving licence training after qualifying period.
• 22 days holiday (plus Stats), rising to 25 days (plus stats) after 5 years service.
• Employee Of The Month Competition.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Progression Opportunities.
• Pension.
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.