HGV Technician

TruckEast Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is looking for a skilled HGV Technician in Milton Keynes. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Key qualifications include a Level 3 City and Guilds or NVQ, strong mechanical skills, and excellent communication abilities. Competitive benefits include overtime pay, 30-34 days holiday, and comprehensive training programs.

Benefits

Overtime paid at enhanced rate

30 days holiday per year

Bonus scheme

Optional private medical insurance

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical knowledge and experience in HGV maintenance.
• Ability to deliver premium service standards.
• Strong IT skills to interpret technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
• Diagnose and rectify faults on heavy goods vehicles.
• Ensure timely completion of necessary paperwork.

Skills

Excellent customer care skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to undertake a range of tasks

Education

Level 3 City and Guilds or NVQ in a relevant field

Tools

Own tools and toolbox

Job description

Working hours

50 hour contract - Monday to Friday, alternating by week between 6:00-16:00 and 14:00-00:00, with a 30-minute paid break per shift.

What do we offer our HGV Technicians?

• Overtime paid at an enhanced rate
• Paid breaks
• 30 days holiday per year, rising to 34 days with length of service
• Bonus scheme
• Optional private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• A comprehensive Scania training programme
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support programme
• Refer a friend scheme
• All required PPE

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated HGV Technician to join our Milton Keynes team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring they are safe and compliant with industry regulations and Scania standards. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What does the role involve?

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles and trailers to VOSA standard
• Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
• Ensure necessary paperwork is completed to the required standard and in a timely manner
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness and ensure all health and safety and environmental processes are adhered to
• Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend relevant training courses
• Provide cover on rota system for breakdown cover, and to attend disabled vehicles at the roadside or at customer’s premises

What skills, qualifications and experience are we looking for?

• Level 3 City and Guilds, or NVQ qualification in a relevant field, or proven mechanical knowledge and experience in HGV maintenance
• Excellent customer care skills; able to deliver Scania's premium service standard at all times
• Strong problem-solving and IT skills with the ability to interpret technical documents and schematics
• Excellent attention to detail, high accuracy and numeracy skills, and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• A valid driving licence is preferred; HGV licence is an advantage but not mandatory
• Flexibility to undertake a wide range of tasks and work within Scania guidelines and to set deadlines
• Excellent communication and team working skills
• Experience working with Scania products is desirable but not essential
• Own tools and toolbox

TruckEast is an equal opportunities employer.