HGV Technician

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Joining bonus

Overtime pay

Bank holidays pay

Pension

Training

Licence support

Sheffield location

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc in Sheffield is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join our workshop team. You'll work on a diverse fleet including RCVs, hookloaders, skip loaders and municipal vehicles, performing diagnostics, fault-finding and routine maintenance.

The role offers 40 hours per week, rotating shifts 06:00-14:30 and 13:30-22:00, with a £21.35 hourly rate (£44,400 basic) and a £3,000 joining bonus. We support training and HGV licence development to help you progress.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) required.
• HGV technician/mechanic experience desirable.
• Diagnostics and fault-finding skills essential.
• HGV licence desirable, not essential.

Responsibilities

• Join Veolia's Sheffield workshop and service a diverse fleet including RCVs and municipal vehicles.
• Diagnose faults, perform maintenance and repairs to keep vehicles on the road.
• Contribute to a safe, reliable and efficient fleet across the UK.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

HGV technician/mechanic experience

Diagnostics and fault-finding skills

HGV licence desirable

Job description

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• HGV technician/mechanic experience
• Diagnostics and fault-finding skills
• HGV licence desirable, not essential

Whether you're from HGV, PSV, plant or agricultural engineering, we'd like to hear from you.

Join Veolia's Sheffield workshop and work on one of the UK's most diverse fleets, including RCVs, hookloaders, skip loaders and specialist municipal vehicles.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

• £21.35 per hour (£44,400 basic)
• £3,000 joining bonus
• Overtime paid at x1.5
• Bank Holidays paid at double time plus a day off in lieu
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• HGV licence support
• Location - Sheffield Workshop, S4 7ZJ Hours - 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday only) Rotating shifts - 06:00 - 14:30 and 13:30 - 22:00 (Friday - 11:30 - 20:00)

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a HGV Technician at Veolia no two days are the same, with over 100 types of vehicles within our fleet. Your role is pivotal, ensuring that we can continue to deliver our service across the UK. Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to our people's pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Support in attaining a HGV Licence