HGV Technician

NMS Recruit Ltd; Erith; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Birthday day off

Pension

Life assurance

Training programmes

Wellbeing support

24-hour GP access

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd in Erith is seeking an experienced HGV Technician for a permanent day shift. You will join a busy workshop team, carrying out servicing, inspections and repairs to keep HGVs and trailers safe and compliant.

Excellent earning potential with overtime and ongoing training opportunities are available. The role requires an NVQ/City & Guilds/IMI Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, strong diagnostic skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Desireable diagnostic and fault-finding skills on HGVs
• Ability to work within DVSA standards and vehicle inspection requirements
• Full UK driving licence (category relevant to HGV)

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, safety inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs and trailers.
• Diagnose faults and complete minor and major repairs.
• Identify worn or defective components according to DVSA standards.
• Plan repairs with the workshop team to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Complete accurate maintenance records, repair paperwork and warranty documentation.
• Provide roadside repair support when required.
• Keep the work area safe, organised and well maintained.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Technician

Erith - Up to £23 per hour DOE + overtime at time and a half

Permanent - MondayFriday, 8am4.30pm

1 in 2 Saturdays, 5am1pm, paid at overtime rate

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a permanent day shift with strong earning potential and opportunities to develop your skills?

We're recruiting for an established commercial vehicle maintenance business in Erith. You'll join an experienced workshop team, carrying out inspections, servicing and repairs to keep customers' HGVs and trailers safe, compliant and working reliably.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out routine servicing, safety inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs and trailers.
• Diagnosing faults and completing minor and major repairs.
• Identifying worn or defective components in line with DVSA standards.
• Working with the workshop team to plan repairs and minimise vehicle downtime.
• Completing accurate maintenance records, repair paperwork and warranty documentation.
• Providing roadside repair support when required.
• Keeping your work area safe, organised and well maintained.

What we're looking for

• A Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI.
• Experience servicing and repairing HGVs, with good diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• A sound understanding of DVSA standards and vehicle inspection requirements.
• A full UK driving licence covering the relevant vehicle classes.
• A dependable approach, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a team.

What's on offer?

• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday.
• Additional annual leave after five years' service.
• Manufacturer and in-house training, including BPW and LOLER training.
• Mentoring, regular appraisals and career progression opportunities.
• Company pension and life assurance at four times salary.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Wellbeing support, an employee assistance programme and access to a 24-hour online GP.

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