HGV Technician

Holt Automotive Recruitment Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive recruitment firm is looking for an experienced HGV Technician based in Swindon. The role involves maintaining and repairing vehicles, ensuring they comply with safety regulations. Technicians will perform routine servicing, diagnose faults, and be experts in mechanical and electrical systems. Candidates must have NVQ level 3 or equivalent and should demonstrate proficiency in fault finding and repairs. The position offers a competitive salary and various shifts available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician or in a similar role.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and repairs on the PSV Fleet.
• Act as the primary contact for in-depth fault finding.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed.

Skills

Fault finding and diagnostics

Mechanical repairs

Electrical system knowledge

Routine servicing

Education

NVQ level 3

City & Guilds qualification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title : HGV Technician

Location : Swindon

Salary : £48,000 - £54,000

Overtime paid at 1.3x

Various Shifts Available

As HGV Technician you will responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing vehicles to ensure that vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant with regulations. Technicians work on a range of tasks, from routine servicing to complex mechanical and electrical repairs, ensuring vehicles are fit for operation.

What you'll do as the HGV Technician :

• Routine servicing, repair and maintenance of the PSV Fleet to highest DVSA standards
• Be first point of contact for in depth fault finding and repairs on various bus types.
• SME (Subject Matter Expert) in Mechanical and Electrical fault finding.
• Be fully conversant with the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems including engine management, automatic / semi-automatic gearboxes, electronic braking, suspension, electronic destinations, multiplex wiring systems and E.C.U.
• Carry out projects / trials on behalf of the Engineering Director and / or Technical Manager
• Maintain detailed records of all work carried out, including parts used and time taken.
• Fully comply with all HS&E legislation and group policies.

What you'll need to be a HGV Technician :

NVQ level 3, City & Guilds, Time...