HGV Technician

MFK Recruitment; Padworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to provide reliable vehicle maintenance services. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have strong diagnostic skills and the ability to maintain accurate service reports. The role may involve mentoring apprentice technicians and providing roadside assistance when necessary. This is an on-site position located in Padworth, England.

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV maintenance and repairs.
• Understanding of MOT compliance standards.
• Ability to complete paperwork and electronic job sheets accurately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough HGV inspections and repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and report problems.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

HGV inspection skills

Fault diagnosis

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Health & safety compliance

Job description

HGV Technician - Job Overview

My client is seeking an HGV Technician to join their team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective vehicle maintenance service. You will carry out inspections, repairs and MOTs on a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring all work meets manufacturer standards and complies with current legislation.

HGV Technician - Duties

• Conduct thorough HGV inspections, repairs, and warranty work to ensure road readiness, MOT compliance, and adherence to supplier and Ministry standards within deadlines.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and report mechanical issues on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Comply with company procedures to ensure all service reports, paperwork, and electronic job sheets are completed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to company and legal health & safety regulations, promptly reporting any incidents or near-misses through the appropriate channels.
• Complete all required training to maintain up-to-date skills and ensure compliance with company, depot, and legal standards.
• Support the development of apprentice technicians through mentoring and knowledge transfer.
• Provide roadside assistance to broken-down vehicles.
• Demonstrate flexibility to support business needs, including occasional cover at other depots.
• Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures, ...