HGV Technician

Auto Skills UK; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 33 days

Cash plan (Simplyhealth)

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Scheme

Retail discounts

Pension 10%

Employee Assistance Programme

Holiday purchase

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Gateshead is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join our busy depot. You will perform inspections, servicing and repairs on a fleet of vehicles, trailers and equipment to ensure roadworthiness and availability for deliveries.

The role is based at our Gateshead VMU, offering a full-time permanent position with a 44-hour week, 06:00–14:00 and 11:00–19:00 shifts, plus rotating Saturday mornings. Competitive salary with overtime and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, servicing and repairing vehicles, trailers and ancillary equipment
• Completing work in line with company procedures and DVSA/VOSA standards
• Supporting vehicle availability in line with operational and delivery requirements
• Working safely and in line with environmental, health and safety procedures
• Highlighting safety or compliance concerns to the VMU Co-ordinator or FLM
• Using tools, equipment and resources effectively
• Supporting the use of external contractors where required
• Contributing to shift KPIs through timely and effective maintenance activity
• Carrying out other VMU-related duties as required

Job description

HGV Technician

Gateshead. United Kingdom VMU Full-time

Description

HGV Technician

We currently have a vacancy for a HGV Technician to join our busy Gateshead Depot.

The Role

We are looking for a VMU Technician to join our Gateshead Depot Vehicle Maintenance Unit, Supporting the safe, reliable and efficient operation of our fleet.

You’ll be part of a close knit team of 7 colleagues working together to maintain a fleet of around 45 to 50 vehicles.

In this hands on role, you’ll carry out inspections, servicing and repairs on vehicles, trailers and associated equipment, helping to ensure our fleet remains compliant, roadworthy and available to meet delivery schedules.

You’ll work closely with the VMU Co-ordinators, front line managers and the wider logistics team, contributing to performance targets while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

The Offer:

• Basic Salary: £43,172 + Overtime & Benefits = £46,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:00 & 11:00 - 19:00 (44-hour week).
• Rotating Saturday Morning 06:00am to 14:00pm
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Inspecting, servicing and repairing vehicles, trailers and ancillary equipment
• Completing work in line with company procedures and DVSA/VOSA standards
• Supporting vehicle availability in line with operational and delivery requirements
• Working safely and in line with environmental, health and safety procedures
• Highlighting safety or compliance concerns to the VMU Co-ordinator or FLM
• Using tools, equipment and resources effectively
• Supporting the use of external contractors where required
• Contributing to shift KPIs through timely and effective maintenance activity
• Carrying out other VMU-related duties as required

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop skills and build experience 33 days' annual leave
• Family-friendly and flexible working options
• Simplyhealth cash plan - Cash back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physio
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Retail discounts and benefits platform
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday purchase scheme