HGV Technician

Red King Resourcing; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive client in Reading is seeking a qualified HGV Technician to join their team. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and repairs on Mercedes-Benz trucks, ensuring vehicles remain compliant and safe. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair and a full UK driving licence. This role offers a starting wage of £37,500 with potential earnings up to £52,800 including overtime.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
• Experience in diagnostic and service repairs.
• Current, full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz trucks.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance services.
• Maintain cleanliness and inventory in the workshop.

Skills

HGV Vehicle Repair

Diagnostic skills

Maintenance skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair

Job description

Overview

My Automotive client are looking fort an HGV Technician on a permanent basis.

Schedule & Compensation

• Day shift — 40 hours from 08:00 to 16:30 with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break
• Wage: Starting from £37,500 with OTE £45,000+
• Uncapped overtime paid at time and a half
• Late shift — 40 hours from 16:00 to 00:00
• Wage: Starting from £37,500 plus late shift allowance, OTE £52,800
• Uncapped overtime paid at time and a half

Role & Responsibilities

• They are looking for a qualified HGV Technician to join their brilliant team at their automotive dealership in Reading. As an HGV Technician, your role will be to keep their customers' vehicles on the road, via quality, safe and compliant maintenance. The right candidate will be able to deliver an exceptional service and to the highest quality.
• Performing major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz trucks.
• Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services.
• Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust.
• Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles.
• Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired, using all appropriate modules of Keyloop/Kerridge.
• Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management.
• Carry out wheel alignment and tyre fitting.
• Complete customer documentation while working to agreed time scales.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualification: You will need to be level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and maintenance, plus, will have experience in carrying out diagnostic and service repairs.
• Ability to identify worn & faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards.
• Current, full UK driving licence for the relevant vehicle classes.

How to Apply

To find out more, please send your CV to the relevant email address