HGV Technician

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading truck dealer in Coventry is seeking a Nightshift HGV Technician to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess previous experience in HGV mechanics along with qualifications in vehicle maintenance. Competitive pay, ongoing training, and a range of employee perks are included. Duties will include vehicle servicing, fault diagnosis, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime at premium rates

HGV driving licence training

22 days holiday plus statutory

Employee Assistance Program

Pension

Death in Service Life Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as HGV Technician/Mechanic.
• Qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining various trucks and vehicles.
• Conducting fault diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and following safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical Repairs

Electrical Repairs

Fault Diagnostics

Vehicle Maintenance

Computer Literacy

Education

Qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

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Ford and Slater are one the UKs largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 930 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have a vacancy for a NightshiftHGV Technician in the fantastic team at our DAF Trucks Depot in Coventry.

As an HGV Technician on nightshift,we can offer you:

• Competitive hourly rate (depending on your HGV Technician experience)
• Overtime at premium rates
• Excellent DAF HGV Technician Training & Development opportunities in house and manufacturers
• HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
• 22 days holiday plus statutory (pro-rata), rising to 25 days plus statutory (pro-rata) after 5 years service
• Employee Of The Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Who are we looking for as an HGV Technician:

• You will have previous experience working as an HGV Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• Ideally have a qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Or a time served HGV Technician.
• Ability to participate in breakdowns.
• Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
• General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include(but not limited to):

Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Fault Diagnostics. MOT Preparation. Mechanical and Electrical repairs. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions. Attend any technical or development training that is made available.

Working hours:

Week 1: Mon - Thurs 8pm to 7am. Week 2: Tues Fri 8pm to 7am.

Apply today to start your HGV Technician journey with Ford & Slater

No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you havent received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.