HGV Technician

H.W. Martin Group; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management service provider is seeking an enthusiastic HGV Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification and have extensive experience in maintaining and repairing heavy commercial vehicles. This position focuses on delivering high standards of service while working on a diverse vehicle fleet in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Fully skilled HGV Technician with City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification.
• Experience working on modern heavy commercial vehicles and trailers.
• Capable of working to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and repairs, including diagnostics.
• Maintain and repair vehicles and trailers safely and efficiently.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT inspection.

Skills

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Premier Waste Recycling Limited are seeking an:

Enthusiastic and Ambitious:

HGV Technician

To complement our existing team

Based at Drum Industrial Estate, Chester-le-Street

£ Exceptional rate of pay + Benefits

The Opportunity:

Part of the HW Martin Group of companies, Premier Waste Recycling are a leading provider of waste management services. With sites in Leeds and Durham, Premier Waste Recycling have the capability to cover West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire and the Northeast of England.

Due to our commitment to exceptional customer service, we have quickly established ourselves as a partner of choice for a number of reputable clients in a wide range of sectors and industries.

We are looking for a fully skilled HGV Technician with City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification, who has served a recognised apprenticeship and is capable of working to the highest standards.

We are offering you the chance to join a business where the focus is on delivering a quality service. The successful candidate should be fully conversant with the latest repair and maintenance techniques for mobile plant, commercial vehicles and MOT preparation, working on our own varied vehicle fleet plus customers vehicles.

Responsibilities and Duties (not exhaustive):

• Required to undertake all levels of maintenance and repairs as well as diagnostics
• Maintaining and repairing vehicles and trailers in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current legislation
• Routine vehicle maintenance to VOSA/DVSA standards
• Preparation and presentation of vehicles and trailers for annual MOT inspection
• Diagnosis of vehicles using computer based diagnostic equipment
• Good housekeeping routines to meet health & safety requirements and maintain a safe workplace
• Ensure all paperwork is completed to a high standard
• Utilise all personal protective equipment as necessary

Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience of working on wide range of modern heavy commercial vehicles and trailers is ideal

Next Steps:

If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role then please submit your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.

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