HGV Technician

Calor; Coryton; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is seeking an HGV Technician in Coryton, England. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive team atmosphere, focusing on vehicle maintenance and safety. The successful candidate will benefit from industry-leading training and a competitive first-year package expected to reach £62,680 including overtime and bonuses. Join a team dedicated to ensuring fleet safety and providing excellent service year-round.

Benefits

£5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Annual Bonus (£2,000)

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Industry-Leading Training

Pension scheme - Matched contributions

Discounted Calor gas & appliances

On-site car parking

Qualifications

• Candidates with a strong, proven background in the industry are considered.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems, trailers, and workshop equipment is essential.
• Desirable HGV C licence and ADR, which can be obtained through training.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair vehicles while maintaining safety and performance.
• Participate in ongoing training and upskilling.
• Work in a supportive team environment.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant qualifications or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Vehicle systems knowledge

Workshop equipment

Job description

Overview

Specialist outsourced training such as IRTEC Inspection, ADR (Class 2 - Gases), Safe Loading Pass, and the opportunity to gain your Category (Class 1 & 2) C + E licence. Ongoing opportunities to upskill in tank testing, confined space, product-specific training, and more. Maintaining quality tools is important for safety and performance. If a tool is no longer performing as expected, worn or damaged tools can be replaced at the discretion of your manager, helping you stay efficient and safe on the job. We will also consider candidates with a strong, proven background in the industry, whether time-served, with relevant qualifications, or with equivalent practical experience. Knowledge of vehicle systems, trailers, plant, and workshop equipment. Strong diagnostic skills with a safety-first mindset. Team player with good communication and organisation skills. Desirable (but not essential, as we will help you obtain these): HGV C licence and ADR.

About Calor

At Calor, we know that our HGV Technicians are the heartbeat of our operation. As we prepare for our peak winter season, when thousands of families and businesses across the UK rely on us most, we recognise just how vital your role is. Without your expertise, our fleet wouldn\'t be safe, ready, or reliable enough to deliver the energy that keeps homes warm and businesses moving. But this isn\'t just about winter. All year round, your skills make a difference, protecting our fleet, supporting our drivers, and ensuring our customers can depend on us. If you want to be part of a team that keeps the UK warm in winter, fuelled for summer BBQs, and energised through every season, there\'s never been a more important time to bring your skills to Calor.

Role and Expectations

This is more than just a technician role, it\'s the chance to join a team where camaraderie, support, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. In our busy workshops you\'ll find friendly faces and colleagues who\'ve got your back, keeping each other moving through the tough days and celebrating the wins together. With specialist training, recognised qualifications, and a company that invests in your future, you\'ll do more than build and repair, you\'ll be part of a team that\'s our greatest asset.

Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am - 3pm
• Back Shift: Monday to Friday, 1pm - 10pm
• Overtime - Saturday Mornings: 6am - 12 noon
• On-Call rota: 1 in 4 weeks (Additional payment for on call)

Compensation and Benefits

• £5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• A warm welcome to the team and recognition of the valuable skills you bring, paid after successful completion of 3 month settling in period.
• First-Year OTE of circa 62,680
• Combine your base salary, expected overtime, annual bonus, and sign-on bonus for a rewarding first-year package.
• Annual Bonus (£2,000)
• Recognising your ongoing personal and team contribution to our fleet safety and operation.
• Expected Overtime Earnings (£7,500)
• Regular and realistic additional overtime earnings, paid at 1.5x hourly rate, with potential to be higher than this (dependant on business need)
• Industry-Leading Training
• From LPG to IRTEC to gaining your HGV licence, we\'ll support you to grow.
• Private medical insurance (including discounted family cover)
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (Increasing with service)
• Holiday days scheme (Option to buy additional annual leave)
• Pension scheme - Matched contributions (4.5% rising to 7.5% after successful completion of settling in period)
• Life assurance (4x salary) & income protection
• Retail discounts & discounted Calor gas & appliances
• On site car parking

Why Join Calor?

Why Join Calor?