HGV Technician

CityJobs.com; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

E-Mobility Training

Bronze/Silver/Gold level accreditation

Overtime weekend rates

Health plan and dental insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

25 days holiday

Referral scheme

Cycle to work

Job summary

CityJobs.com is recruiting an HGV Technician in Croydon to join a team focused on safe, reliable vehicle maintenance. The role involves diagnosing faults, performing repairs to manufacturer standards and working with parts and workshop staff to ensure quality service.

Candidates should be fully qualified HGV Technicians with NVQ3/City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, UK driving licence, and willingness to work rotating shifts. Overtime and weekend terms apply.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Fully qualified HGV Technician.
• Proactive attitude focused on safety and customer service.
• Experience with major HGV manufacturers/dealers preferred.
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts
• Experience with Scania, Volvo Trucks, DAF, Renault Trucks or other major HGV manufacturers/dealers
• HGV driving licence

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs safely according to manufacturer procedures.
• Assist fault diagnosis and roadside support where needed.
• Work with Parts Team to fit correct replacement parts.
• Road test vehicles when required if licensed.
• Ensure accurate job cards and service sheets.
• Support trainees and apprentices.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving

Full UK driving licence

Flexibility to work rotating shifts

HGV driving licence

Scania/Volvo/DAF

HGV licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Technician | Croydon | Full Time | Up to £26 per hour

Founded in 1927, our client is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.

They are seeking skilled and ambitious HGV Technicians to join their growing team, offering world-class training, clear development pathways and the opportunity to build a long-term career.

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating shifts: 6:00 am2:30 pm / 2:30 pm11:00 pm
• 40 hours per week paid
• Salary up to £26 per hour, depending on skills and experience
• Overtime available Saturday and Sunday
• Double time on Sunday

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring repairs are carried out safely and responsibly, in accordance with manufacturer procedures and required standards.

You will assist with fault diagnosis, support roadside breakdowns and work with the Parts Team and workshop controllers to ensure vehicles are maintained correctly.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures, safely and responsibly
• Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with standard times using special tools where appropriate
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process
• Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair
• Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted
• Road test vehicles when required if you hold an HGV licence
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure service sheets are completed as per instructions
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers
• Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained
• Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate
• Support the development of young trainees and apprentices

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent City & Guilds qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
• Fully qualified HGV Technician
• Strong mechanical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• A proactive attitude with a focus on customer service and safety
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work the full rotating shift pattern
• Previous experience working for an HGV manufacturer or dealer
• Experience with Scania, Volvo Trucks, DAF, Renault Trucks or other major HGV manufacturers/dealers
• HGV driving licence

Whats In It For You

• In-house training with career progression
• E-Mobility Training
• Technicians are trained to a minimum Bronze Level
• Opportunities to progress to Silver and Gold Level accreditation
• Overtime available Saturday and Sunday
• Double time on Sunday
• Enhanced paternity/maternity leave
• Health cash plan with access to dental insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service
• Savings and discounts for you, your family and friends on many high street retailers, holidays, hotels, gym memberships plus much more
• Referral scheme earn £1,000 for any successful candidate you refer within the UK
• Cycle to work scheme

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