HGV Technician

Lothian DAF; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join their team in Loanhead. In this exciting role, you will perform routine maintenance and repairs on heavy goods vehicles, ensuring compliance with legal standards and delivering high-quality workmanship. With a commitment to safety and collaboration, you will work in a supportive environment that offers competitive pay and opportunities for overtime. If you're passionate about vehicles and ready for your next career move, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today and take the next step in your HGV career!

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Fixed shift patterns

Overtime paid at time and a half

Enhanced pay rates for night shift

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified HGV Technician or LCV Technician with relevant experience.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs on HGVs.
• Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Diagnostic Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified HGV Technician

LCV Technician

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Lothian DAF are recruiting for a HGV Technician

Location: Loanhead, EH20 9QH.
Salary: Dependent on shift pattern –

Day shifts OTE annual salary £50,000
Back shift we pay 15% additional due to shift demands for basic hours.
Night shift we pay 25% additional due to shift demands for basic hours.

Contract: Full time, permanent, 45-hour working week. Overtime opportunities available. Shift patterns detailed below.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Choice of fixed shift patterns (no rotation)
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• Enhanced pay rates for night shift
• Work with an industry-leading brand in a supportive environment

Join Lothian DAF – Your Next Career Move Starts Here!

We are now recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician to join us at our Bathgate facility. If you are an experienced HGV Technician, or a LCV technician looking to train towards HGV, read on!

As our HGV Technician you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs on HGVs to a high standard.
• Diagnosing and rectifying faults efficiently using diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Performing safety inspections and ensuring all work complies with legal standards.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a smooth workflow.
• Maintaining accurate records of work completed and parts used.
• Adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.

In order to be successful in this role you must have / be:

• Qualified HGV Technician or LCV with relevant experience
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship
• Good communication and organisational skills

We would also consider applications from Van Technicians looking to train to work on HGVs; full training available.

We have the following shift patterns available:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm
• Back Shift: Monday to Thursday 1pm – 10.30pm, Friday 10am – 7.30pm
• Night Shift: Monday to Thursday, 7:45pm – 8:00am

We also require our Technicians to work 2 Saturdays per month, the shift is 8am – 12:30pm and is paid at time and a half. This is for day shift staff only unless night shift staff request the overtime.

Each shift pattern consists of a 45-hour working week. Overtime opportunities available.

If you’re ready for your next challenge with an established and respected company, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your HGV career!

Registered Office: 36B Speirs Wharf, Port Dundas, Glasgow, G4 9TG

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