HGV Technician

Veolia Group; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Volunteer day

Training & development

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

Veolia Group in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to maintain and repair refuse vehicles to high standards. You’ll diagnose faults, service to MOT/VOSA standards, and keep accurate records for compliance and safety.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance, strong diagnostics, and a proactive approach. A willingness to travel, flexible hours, and a Class 2 licence are advantageous. Veolia offers training, benefits, and chances to progress.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent communication.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment.
• Service vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare for MOT inspections.
• Complete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Transport specifications.
• Maintain accurate records, paperwork and time sheets.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Follow health and safety procedures and ensure safety of yourself and others.
• Undertake roadside repairs when required (training provided).
• Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service &

Strong diagnostic skills

Electronics & hydraulics

Wiring diagrams

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

HGV Class 2 licence (bonus)

IRTEC qualification (bonus)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £45,015.99 per annum broken down as £21.64 p/h, 40 hours per weekPlus the following allowances+ £0.50p/h HGV licence bonus8.33% average overtime rate holiday payx1.25 overtime ratex2 Sundays ratex2 Bank Holiday working, day in lieuStandby payment of £16 per night for being on callCallout payment of £30 if you are on call and get called out to repair a vehicle*Sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000**Refer a Technician to us and earn £1,000*Hours: 40 hours per weekLocation: Dewsbury, WF12 9EGWhat we can offer you:25 days of annual leaveAccess to our company pension schemeDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need toOne paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your communityOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialStream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.Are you a skilled technician with a passion for vehicle maintenance and a commitment to high standards? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HGV Technician to join us! 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.This hands-on role is pivotal in ensuring we can continue to deliver our service across the UK. Your role involves maintaining and repairing refuse collection vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction every step of the way.Key Responsibilities:Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipmentService vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare them for MOT inspectionsComplete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Department of Transport specificationsMaintain accurate records, complete necessary paperwork and time sheetsDiagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic vehicle systemsEnsure all work is completed efficiently and to company standardsFollow health and safety procedures and be responsible for your safety and those around youComplete roadside repairs when necessary (training to be provided)Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledgeWhat we're looking for:NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and MaintenanceProven experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicingStrong diagnostic and fault-finding skillsUnderstanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagramsExcellent communicationAbility to work independently and manage time effectivelyAwareness and understanding of health and safety requirementsWillingness to travel and work flexible hours, including overtimeIRTEC qualification, or HGV Class 2 licence is a bonusIf you're ready to take your technical skills to the next level, we'd love to hear from you!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.