HGV Technician

Stafforce Recruitment; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to maintain commercial vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards. This role involves routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs, ensuring the safety and efficiency of vehicles. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a dedicated team while adhering to health and safety regulations. With opportunities for overtime and a range of company benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to develop their skills and contribute to a thriving business. If you have the required qualifications and a passion for vehicle maintenance, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Opportunity for overtime at time and a half

25 days holiday, increasing to 28 with tenure

Monthly lunch

Quarterly social events

Annual awards evening

Annual family day at a theme park

Qualifications

• Technical qualification related to commercial vehicles is essential.
• Good verbal and numerical reasoning skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles to DVSA standards.
• Diagnose and rectify faults independently for high-standard repairs.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostic Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

NVQ Level 3

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an HGV Technician based in Loughborough, responsible for effectively maintaining commercial vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards, supporting the business in its mission of protecting value—whether that be the driver, the goods, our brand, or the brand of our customers.

Salary:

£17.00-£19.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Shift pattern:

Early shifts: 06:00 - 14:30, Monday to Friday; 06:00 - 11:00, Saturday. Lates: 12:00 - 21:30, Monday to Friday. Total: 45 hours per week.

Company benefits:

• Opportunity for overtime at time and a half
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 with tenure, with options to buy or sell holidays
• Monthly lunch
• Quarterly social events
• Annual awards evening
• Annual family day at a theme park

An HGV Technician is responsible for maintaining not only our client's vehicles but also those of external customers. The role requires effective information processing, diagnosing issues, and working in physically and mentally demanding environments.

Responsibilities include:

1. Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles and trailers to DVSA and company standards.
2. Diagnosing and rectifying faults using your experience, working independently to ensure cost-effective, safe, high-standard repairs.
3. Attending to and repairing disabled vehicles at customer sites.
4. Handling all vehicles carefully and adhering to safety precautions in the workshop and customer premises.
5. Following Health and Safety regulations and company safety procedures.
6. Accurately recording all jobs, times, and ensuring timely completion of job cards and service sheets.
7. Properly labelling and returning parts.
8. Maintaining high standards of housekeeping.
9. Staying updated with DVSA and product developments, participating in training and continuous improvement activities.
10. Being flexible and a team player for personal and business development.
11. Participating in site security requirements.
12. Completing work as directed by supervisors.

About you:

• Technical qualification related to commercial vehicles (City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent)
• Current full driving license
• Good verbal and numerical reasoning skills
• Confidence in your abilities
• Neat, disciplined, and efficient in vehicle maintenance
• Flexible, able to prioritize workload, and support team needs
• Willing to learn and develop skills
• Excellent relationship skills with colleagues and customers
• Understanding of delivering excellent service
• Motivated to work independently

Desirable skills:

• Understanding of commercial vehicles in a rental environment
• Experience with R2C
• HGV and/or Forklift Truck License (not essential)

If qualified and interested in this HGV Technician role based in the Midlands, please apply. For further information, contact Rebecca at [phone number removed].

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