HGV Technician

Demob Job Ltd; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PSV operator in the Southeast seeks an HGV Technician to join their Gravesend workshop. The role involves servicing and repairing vehicles up to 44 tons, requiring an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and experience with HGVs. Benefits include a salary up to £55,000, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Attractive salary up to £55,000

20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Company pension scheme

Store discounts app

Qualifications

• Proven background in a similar role required.
• Experience working on HGV/LGV or PSV vehicles is essential.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment to identify issues.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HGV/LGV experience

Auto electrics knowledge

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerized diagnostic equipment

Job description

Overview

Due to continued growth, my client who is a leading PSV operator in the Southeast requires a HGV Technician to join their new workshop based in Gravesend, Kent. The successful HGV Technician will work Monday to Friday, develop their skillset by attending annual training courses and after a successful probation period, join the call out rota providing their customers with 24/7 call out cover, in return, you will receive an attractive starting salary and receive additional payments.

HGV Technician Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, in depth fault finding and repairs on large fleet of vehicles 3.5 ton up to 44 ton.
• Perform routine maintenance and mechanic work on vehicles in a fast-paced environment.
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment to identify issues.
• Carry out Pre-mot checks and complete mot testing on vehicles.
• Ensure all work is documented and health & safety procedures are followed and adhered to.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

HGV Technician Requirements

• The successful candidates must have an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering with a proven background in a similar role.
• Experience working on HGV/LGV or PSV vehicles is essential.
• Auto electrics knowledge for fault diagnosis and rectification.
• Holding a current HGV/LGV or O Licence.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Must be flexible on working hours to suit business needs, including joining an on-call rota

HGV Technician Benefits

• Attractive salary up to £55,000 DOE
• Work in a new workshop with new equipment.
• Additional training and courses provided annually.
• Monday to Friday rotational day shift pattern.
• Additional standby and overtime payments.
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private Healthcare.
• Store discounts app.

NOTE - Our client encourages applications from candidates from both commercial and ex-military backgrounds; Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force, particularly those from a REME Vehicle Mechanic, Royal Engineer Plant Mechanic or RAF Ground Support Mechanic Background