HGV Technician

Demob Job Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Barking is looking for an HGV Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair their fleet of LGV/HGV vehicles. The successful candidate will carry out essential inspections and repairs to ensure legal compliance and safety. This role offers an annual salary of £40,000 - £55,000 along with benefits such as holiday days, pension scheme, and opportunities for training and progression.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free tea/coffee

Employee assistance programme

Company discretionary bonus

Opportunity for progression

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant mechanical engineering qualification to Level 3 as a minimum.
• Previous experience of working on HGV/LGV vehicles.
• Hold Class 1/C+E driving licence – desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all company vehicles are kept legal and roadworthy.
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify any potential problems and safety concerns.
• Conduct PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections) and associated documentation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

HGV/LGV vehicle experience

Diagnostic tool usage

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools (Texa & Eclipse)

Job description

Overview

My client is a leading recycling company based in Barking, East London. Due to continued expansion, they now have a position for a HGV Technician to join their small team at their site. The successful HGV Technician will carry out inspection, diagnostics, service, maintenance and repair of the company’s fleet of LGV/HGV vehicles. This is an exciting time to join the company as it embarks on a period of growth.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all company vehicles are kept legal and roadworthy.
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify any potential problems and safety concerns.
• Ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of repairs.
• Conduct PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections) and associated documentation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic tools (Texa & Eclipse).

Requirements

• Must hold a relevant mechanical engineering qualification to Level 3 as a minimum.
• Previous experience of working on HGV/LGV vehicles.
• Able to work well under pressure and on own initiative.
• Hold Class 1/C+E driving licence – desirable.

Benefits

• Annual salary is £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service.
• Monday – Friday – 40 hours.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free tea/coffee.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Company discretionary bonus.
• Opportunity for progression in the role.
• Opportunity to undergo further training and gain additional qualifications.

Note – Our client encourages applications from candidates with ex-military backgrounds, REME Vehicle Mechanic or Royal Air Force/RAF General Technician Mechanical.