Hgv Technician

Accord Resourcing Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private haulage company in Maidstone is looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic. The role involves vehicle inspections, repairs, and diagnostic work. Candidates should have NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity for those seeking work-life balance in a friendly, family-run environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds required.
• Experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Regular checks on brakes, engine, and transmission.
• Fixing issues with engines and fuel systems.
• Using tools to identify faults in vehicle systems.
• Changing worn-out or damaged parts.
• Ensuring vehicles meet legal requirements.
• Keeping detailed records of work performed.
• Explaining work done to customers or fleet manager.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Repairs and maintenance

Diagnostic work

Part replacement

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Customer interaction

Education

NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds

Job description

Overview

Our client is a private haulage company based between Ashford and Maidstone. Currently they are looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic to join their family-run and friendly enterprise.

Hours

Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm or 8am to 5pm. Every other Saturday 7am to 12pm. Shifts come with 15 mins tea break, 30 mins unpaid lunch.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Inspection: Regular checks on brakes, engine, transmission, and other essential systems.
• Repairs and Maintenance: Fixing issues with engines, fuel systems, gearboxes, axles, and more.
• Diagnostic Work: Using tools and technology to identify faults in the vehicle\'s systems.
• Part Replacement: Changing worn-out or damaged parts such as tyres, exhausts, batteries, and suspension components.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring vehicles meet all legal and safety requirements.
• Record Keeping: Keeping detailed records of work performed, parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Customer Interaction: Occasionally, they may need to explain the work done to customers or the fleet manager.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds (or time-served technician)
• Experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic

This is a great opportunity for experienced HGV Technicians with NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds who are seeking work-life balance. Time-served technicians will also be considered.