HGV Technician

The Gap, Inc.; Mexborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a HGV Technician to work at their facility near Barnsley.

You will maintain the company's HGVs, diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, and carry out breakdowns and reactive repairs to high standards within the required timeframes. The role requires accurate documentation, strong communication, and the ability to work unsupervised in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults on HGVs.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out breakdowns within timeframes.
• Accurate fault diagnosis and first-time fix mindset.
• Good communication when sharing technical information with teammates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the company's HGVs.
• Ensure all work is completed on time and in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Carry out breakdowns and reactive work to high standards within set timeframes.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and communicate technical info to teammates; escalate issues as needed.
• Document all work accurately.
• Demonstrate strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills to achieve first-time fix.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Flexible hours

Work unsupervised

Fast-paced environment

Class 1 Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

City & Guilds Level 2 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Irtec certification (Desirable)

Job description

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a HGV Technician to work at their facility based near Barnsley

Performance Objectives

• Responsible for maintaining the company's HGVs.
• Ensuring that all work is completed on time and in compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Responsible for carrying out all breakdowns and reactive works to high standards and within the given timeframe.
• You should be able to accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults with the HGVs, communicate technical information to your teammates, and elevate issues to relevant managers.
• You should also possess a keen eye for detail and ensure that all work is accurately documented.
• Additionally, you'll demonstrate good diagnostic and fault-finding skills ensuring first-time fix.

• Ideally a Class 1 Licence
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player attitude, able to recognise and lend a hand where necessary
• A flexible approach to your hours and duties
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ideally, you'll have previous experience in a fast-paced distribution environment. Hold an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guild Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance or equivalent
• Desirably hold your Irtec. Training and funding can however be supported to achieve your HGV Class 1 licence or Irtec after a successful length of service.