HGV Technician

Vans For Band Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle maintenance company in the UK is looking for a skilled HGV Mechanic to join their team. In this full-time role, you will maintain and repair a fleet of sleeper coaches and splitter vans in a well-equipped workshop. Key responsibilities include servicing vehicles, conducting inspections, and diagnosing faults. Candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 in HGV maintenance and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Overtime available during busy periods

Further ongoing training opportunities

Company pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years industry experience of both mechanical and electrical systems.
• PSV licence would be a bonus but is not essential.
• Welding experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing in accordance with company policy.
• Carrying out Periodic Maintenance Inspections and repairs.
• Preparing and presenting for MOTs.
• Diagnosing vehicle faults and specifying the correct method of repair.

Skills

HGV maintenance and diagnostics

Mechanical system repair

Electrical system repair

Welding

Education

Level 3 NVQ in HGV or PSV maintenance

Job description

Full time experienced HGV Mechanic required for maintenance of our coach and light commercial van fleet.

About Vans For Bands

Vans for Bands (VFB) is a leading supplier of sleeper coaches and splitter vans to customers from across the music, comedy, events, theatre and TV production and sports industries. It is of vital importance that our fleet is maintained to the very highest standards as set by the company and the DVSA. We are a forward‑thinking employer who invests in our team through ongoing training and attention to maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Experienced HGV mechanics are an excellent fit for our team. You will be joining our team of 5 full‑time mechanics maintaining and repairing our sleeper coach and splitter van fleet in our purpose‑built workshops, located at our Begbroke site (OX5 1RG).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing in accordance with company policy
• Carrying out Periodic Maintenance Inspections and repairs to both company and DVSA
• Preparing and presenting for MOTs
• Diagnosing vehicle faults and specifying the correct method of repair and warranty claims in line with terms
• Adhering to good housekeeping practices, including general tidiness in the workshop and return of all tools and equipment to their designated place
• Complying with Health and Safety policy and guidance documents

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 NVQ in HGV or PSV maintenance, repair and diagnostics or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years industry experience of both mechanical and electrical systems
• PSV licence would be a bonus (not essential)
• Welding experience would be desirable

Benefits

• Full‑time position, 40‑45 paid hours per week excluding breaks
• Overtime available when required during busy periods
• Very competitive rate of pay, in line with applicant's experience
• Further on‑going training opportunities
• Company pension

Salary: £40,000 – £52,000 (dependent on experience & working hours)

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire