HGV Technician

Veolia; Croydon; On-site; GBP 45,269 - 55,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Training and development

Volunteering days

Refer an Engineer

Physiotherapy service

Private GP service

Discounts

Cycle to work

HGV Licence support

Skills development

Job summary

Veolia in Croydon is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to repair and maintain our fleet and third-party vehicles. You will diagnose using a range of equipment and carry out hydraulics, electrics and pneumatics diagnostics and repairs.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification with a focus on safety and accurate paperwork. Training for MOT inspections will be provided, and Veolia supports upskilling and career development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience as an HGV/mechanical fitter is preferred and health & safety aware.
• Own comprehensive tool kit; diagnostic equipment provided by Veolia.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain Veolia Fleet, 3rd party vehicles and plant to standards.
• Run diagnostics on vehicles with range of equipment.
• Work with hydraulics, electrics and pneumatics; perform repairs.
• Ensure paperwork and time sheets are completed accurately.
• Carry out HGV MOT inspections and preparations; training provided.

Skills

HGV Technician

Mechanical Fitter

Diagnostics

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Pneumatics

Tools kit

Education

NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Specialised tools provided by Veolia

Job description

Salary: Up to £50,299.00 per annum + £720 Per Month night shift allowance plus Veolia benefits

x1.5 overtime rate x2 Sundays rate x2 Bank Holiday working plus Veolia benefits. Also the following allowance

Sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000

Hours: 40 hours per week - Monday-Thursday Night Shift 8pm - 6:30am 30 mins lunch

Location: Croydon Workshop, Stubbs Mead, Factory Lane, Croydon, CR0 3RL

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to our people's pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Volunteering days for community engagement
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• Free physiotherapy service
• Free private GP consultation service appoints in 24hours for your household
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support in attaining a HGV Licence
• Learn and develop your skills on everything chassis and body related from Pneumatics, to hydraulics, to electrical systems and drive lines on our mixed fleet of vehicles

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a HGV Technician at Veolia no two days are the same, with multiple types of vehicles within our fleet.

Your role is pivotal, ensuring that we can continue to deliver our service across the UK. Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What will you be doing?

• Repair and maintain the Veolia Fleet, 3rd party vehicles and plant in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
• Run diagnostics on vehicles using a range of equipment.
• Hydraulic, electrics, pneumatics diagnostics and repairs.
• Other general work as required by the Workshop Management Team.
• Work within Health & Safety regulations and be responsible for your safety and those around you.
• Ensure that all necessary paperwork, and time sheets are completed accurately.
• Carry out HGV MOT inspections and preparations. (IRTEC Licence preferred however we can provide training)
• Complete roadside repairs when necessary (Training to be provide)

What we're looking for;

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter/HGV Technician ideally with an NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification.
• Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements
• Hold a HGV driving licence (Preferred but not essential).
• Supply your own comprehensive tool kit. (diagnostic equipment and specialised tools provided by Veolia)

If you are a skilled Technician we'd still love to hear from you. We can provide upskilling and develop you further once you've started with us.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.