HGV Technician

JR United Kingdom; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the trucking industry is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join their dedicated team. The role involves servicing and maintaining various vehicles, with opportunities for training and career development. Competitive hourly rates and benefits ensure a rewarding experience.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime at premium rates

22 days holiday plus stats, rising to 25 days

Employee Assistance Program

Death in Service Life Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as HGV Technician or Mechanic.
• Time served technician preferred.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of trucks and vehicles.
• Conducting fault diagnostics.
• Preparing for MOT tests.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Fault Diagnostics

Mechanical Repairs

Electrical Repairs

General Computer Literacy

Education

Qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

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Ford and Slater are one the UKs largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have a vacancy for an HGV Technician in the fantastic team at our DAF Trucks Depot in Corby.

As an HGV Technician,we can offer you:

• Competitive hourly rate depending on your HGV Technician experience
• Overtime at premium rates
• Excellent DAF HGV Technician Training & Development opportunities in house and manufacturers
• HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
• 22 days holiday (plus Stats), rising to 25 days (plus stats) after 5 years service
• Employee Of The Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Who are we looking for as an HGV Technician:

• You will have previous experience working as an HGV Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• Ideally have a qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Or a time served HGV Technician.
• Ability to participate in breakdowns.
• Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
• General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include(but not limited to):

Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Fault Diagnostics. MOT Preparation. Mechanical and Electrical repairs. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions. Attend any technical or development training that is made available.

Shift Pattern:

Week 1: Mon Fri 6am to 2:30pm. Week 2: Mon Fri 1:30pm to 10pm.

Saturday morning on late week paid as overtime.

Apply today to start your journey with Ford & Slater

No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you havent received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.