HGV Technician

autoskills-uk; Billingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based automotive company in Billingham is seeking an experienced HGV Technician. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,250 to £46,000 per annum, along with benefits including ongoing training, strong pension scheme, and medical insurance. Candidates should have full industry qualifications and knowledge of truck and trailer maintenance. Working hours vary between 7am and 8:30pm, with additional pay for weekend shifts.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Strong pension scheme

Medical insurance

Retail / Holiday discounts

Bike to work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship.
• Detailed knowledge of truck and trailer maintenance is necessary.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough vehicle inspections in line with the 'O' licence requirements.
• Perform any repairs identified during the initial inspection.
• General servicing and MOT preparation.
• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics.
• Update all required paperwork and databases.

Skills

Truck & Trailer Maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Fault finding & diagnostics

Education

Full industry qualifications with recognized apprenticeship

Job description

Job Overview

Position: HGV Technician

Location: Billingham

Working Hours: £17.85 per hour. Week 1: 7am – 4.30pm. Week 2: 11am – 8.30pm (Saturday Morning 7am to 12pm £26.77ph).

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent role

Financial Package: £45,250 to £46,000 Per Annum

Benefits Package

• Ongoing training and development on new and emerging technology
• Very strong pension scheme
• Medical insurance
• Retail / Holiday discounts
• Bike to work scheme

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough vehicle inspections in line with the 'O' licence requirements
• Carry out any repairs required that have been highlighted on the initial inspection
• General Servicing and MOT preparation
• Fault finding & diagnostics
• Updating all required paperwork / databases

Qualifications

• Hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship
• Have detailed knowledge and understanding of Truck & Trailer Maintenance
• A commercial licence would be a distinct advantage, though not essential
• Knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical systems, maintenance and repair