Hgv Technician

Demob Job Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Barking is seeking an HGV Technician to join their small team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the company's fleet of LGV/HGV vehicles are maintained and roadworthy. Candidates must hold a Level 3 mechanical engineering qualification and have experience working on HGV vehicles. Benefits include a competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000, paid holidays, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free tea/coffee

Employee assistance programme

Company discretionary bonus

Opportunity for progression

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant mechanical engineering qualification to Level 3 as a minimum.
• Previous experience of working on HGV/LGV vehicles required.
• Able to work well under pressure and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all company vehicles are kept legal and roadworthy.
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify potential problems.
• Conduct PMIs and associated documentation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Ability to work under pressure

Class 1/C+E driving licence

Education

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Tools

Texa diagnostic tool

Eclipse diagnostic tool

Job description

Overview

My client is a leading recycling company based in Barking, East London. They now have a position for an HGV Technician to join their small team at their site. The successful HGV Technician will carry out inspection, diagnostics, service, maintenance and repair of the company's fleet of LGV/HGV vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all company vehicles are kept legal and roadworthy.
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify any potential problems and safety concerns.
• Ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of repairs.
• Conduct PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections) and associated documentation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic tools (Texa & Eclipse).

Requirements

• Must hold a relevant mechanical engineering qualification to Level 3 as a minimum.
• Previous experience of working on HGV/LGV vehicles.
• Able to work well under pressure and on own initiative.
• Hold Class 1/C+E driving licence - desirable.

Benefits

• Annual salary is £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service.
• Monday - Friday - 40 hours.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free tea/coffee.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Company discretionary bonus.
• Opportunity for progression in the role.
• Opportunity to undergo further training and gain additional qualifications.

Note

NOTE - Our client encourages applications from candidates with ex-military backgrounds, REME Vehicle Mechanic or Royal Air Force/RAF General Technician Mechanical