HGV Technician

Driver Hire Borders; Amesbury; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transport solutions is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to ensure high-quality maintenance and repairs of their fleet. The role requires a minimum of three years' experience, specifically in trailer maintenance. Strong diagnostic capabilities using advanced equipment are essential to delivering consistent performance. In return, a competitive package, including benefits and opportunities for growth, will be offered.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, increasing with service

Contributable pension scheme

10% store discount

Life insurance for all colleagues

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician with trailer maintenance.
• Experience with fault diagnostic equipment required.
• Must own standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative vehicle maintenance and servicing.
• Inspect and diagnose vehicle issues accurately.
• Repair or replace broken parts and conduct road tests.

Skills

Fault diagnostic equipment

Quality standards

Trailer maintenance

Education

Level 2 City & Guilds in HGV Motor Vehicle Engineering

Tools

Standard tools

Job description

Job Overview

Our Vehicle Technicians:

• Carry out preventative vehicle maintenance and servicing, MOT preparation and repairs to a high standard
• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment
• Repair or replace broken or defective parts and resolve defects
• Road test vehicles to check repairs
• Maintain VMU equipment and working areas to a good, clean condition
• Use hand tools and general garage equipment
• Tail Lift maintenance and vehicle body work repairs, fabrication and basic welding processes
• Complete administrative tasks and reports as requested

Package Description

• £49,440 (plus 19% NSA £9,393)
• 4 on 4 off - Night Shift only
• 6pm - 6am

Employee Benefits

• Full-time colleagues receive 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service. Annual leave is pro-rated for part-time or alternative working arrangements.
• Contributable company pension scheme
• 10%store discount at all our retail stores
• Life Insurance for all colleagues
• Long service recognition scheme
• MyHB colleague benefits platform with access to:
  • Discounts UK wide on retail, leisure, hospitality venues
  • Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line
  • Complete confidential services
  • Low cost voluntary insured health cash plans and cancer cover

Minimum Criteria to Apply

Essential

• Min 3 years’ proven experience as a Vehicle Technician with trailer maintenance experience
• Level 2 City & Guilds or BTECH National in HGV Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent UK recognised qualification
• UK Driving licence (HGV category an advantage)
• Experience in fault diagnostic equipment, e.g. Tech tool, MULTI/STAR and JAL and including trailer systems
• A desire for delivering the highest possible standards of work with respect to quality and compliance
• Must ownstandard tools - more specific tools will be provided

Desirable

• IRTEC inspection licence along with any tail lift inspection certification
• Main dealership experience
• Tail lift experience