HGV Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled HGV Technician to join their client's workshop in Greenwich, London. You will diagnose and repair various vehicle issues, perform routine maintenance, and maintain effective communication with customers. Candidates should have relevant qualifications like City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 and experience in a fleet environment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage plus bonuses and additional benefits including a pension scheme and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Death in Service

22 days holiday + stats

Wellbeing program including Mental Health 1st Aid

Employee Assistance Helpline

Discounts & Shopping Vouchers

Uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle technician with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in fleet or commercial environment with HGVs.
• HGV Class 1 Driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems including engines and transmissions.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks like oil changes and tire rotations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.

Skills

Diagnosing vehicle problems

Repairing vehicle systems

Routine maintenance

Using diagnostic tools

Customer communication

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 qualification

Job description

HGV Technician

Location: Greenwich, London

Salary: £23.00 per hour plus bonus and overtime

Hours: 4 on 4 off Days / Nights

Ref: 29475

We are seeking a skilled and experienced HGV Technician to join our client’s workshop in Greenwich, London. The successful HGV Technician will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles makes and models.

Company Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Death in Service
• 22 days holiday + stats
• Wellbeing program including Mental Health 1st Aid
• Employee Assistance Helpline
• Discounts & Shopping Vouchers
• Uniform and PPE

HGV Mechanic Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used.
• Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.

HGV Mechanic Requirements

• You will need to have experience as a vehicle technician and a relevant and up to date qualification. City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 qualification is essential
• Experience within a fleet or commercial environment working on HGV's
• HGV Class 1 Driving licence is preferred
• Experience with Tail lifts is desirable

Consultant: Robert Samuels - Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor, Workshop Support, Senior Controller, Workshop Manager, Workshop Foreman, Workshop Engineer.

Octane Recruitment covers a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.