Hgv Technician

Kemp Recruitment Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MOT bonus

Standby/on-call allowance

Annual leave 22.5 days (pro-rata)

Pension (NEST)

Death in Service

Job summary

Kemp Recruitment Limited is recruiting for an HGV Technician in Washington. This role offers a Tuesday–Friday night shift (9.30pm–7am), a 36-hour week, and enhanced overtime rates.

The successful candidate will work in a busy workshop maintaining a varied fleet of commercial vehicles, with potential progression and a First-Time MOT Pass Bonus. You should have 3–5 years of HGV experience, strong mechanical and diagnostic skills, and a relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years post-qualification HGV experience.
• In-depth knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Recognised qualification such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or time-served HGV Technician will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of a varied fleet of commercial vehicles to keep them safe and roadworthy.
• Carry out vehicle servicing, inspections and defect diagnosis.
• Fault finding, diagnostics and corrective maintenance including engine/gearbox work.
• MOT preparation and presentation; breakdown recovery when required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostics

Self-motivation

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

HGV Technician

Shift: Tuesday to Friday Nights 9.30pm-7am

Hours: 36 hours per week

Rate: £20.35 per hour

Location: Washington

Overtime: Paid at enhanced rates

About your new company

My client is a well-established and highly respected transport business with a large commercial vehicle fleet. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join their busy workshop in Washington. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician looking for a four-night working week, overtime opportunities and a long-term position with a stable employer.

About your new HGV Technician role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a varied fleet of commercial vehicles, ensuring all vehicles are kept safe, reliable and fully roadworthy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working as part of a skilled team of HGV Technicians
• Carrying out all aspects of HGV vehicle maintenance and repair
• Vehicle inspections and defect diagnosis
• General servicing and preventative maintenance
• Reactive maintenance and repairs
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• MOT preparation and presentation
• Correction of running defects
• Breakdown recovery and roadside repairs when required
• Engine and gearbox repairs and overhauls
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard
• Working independently and using your own initiative when required

What the successful HGV Technician will have

• A minimum of 3–5 years' post-qualification HGV experience
• In-depth knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles
• Recognised qualification such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or Time-served HGV Technicians will also be considered
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage your own workload
• A reliable, professional and hardworking attitude
• Class 1 HGV Licence desirable but not essential

The successful HGV Technician will receive

• Tuesday to Friday night shift
• 36-hour working week
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates
• First-Time MOT Pass Bonus Scheme
• Paid standby/on-call allowance
• 22.5 days annual leave to start, pro-rata
• NEST pension scheme
• Death in Service Benefit Scheme
• Long-term permanent position
• Excellent opportunity for career development