HGV Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime Saturday pay

Industry-leading training

Long-term career opportunity

Off-site breakdown attendance

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd. is seeking an HGV Technician in York to join our established team. You will work a two-week rota covering early and late shifts, with one in two Saturday mornings required.

Saturday work is paid at time and a half, with overtime opportunities. The role offers industry-leading training and a long-term career path within a well-respected commercial vehicle specialist. You will inspect and repair vehicles to DVSA standards, prepare them for MOT testing, diagnose faults

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 vehicle maintenance qualification.
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician or commercial vehicle technician.
• MOT licence is desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair vehicles to DVSA standards.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and present them for inspection.
• Carry out fault diagnosis using specialist equipment.
• Complete general mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Attend breakdowns and carry out off-site repairs when required.
• Deliver excellent customer service while helping to keep customers’ vehicles on the road.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Health & safety

Education

Level 2/Level 3 vehicle maintenance

Tools

Own tools

Job description

HGV Technician required to join our established commercial vehicle business in York. We offer a varied role, industry-leading training and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected commercial vehicle specialist.

As an HGV Technician, you will work on a two-week rota covering early and late shifts, with one in two Saturday mornings required. Saturday work is paid at time and a half, with additional overtime available.

Benefits

• Basic salary up to £42,190, with OTE of £45,705.
• Overtime opportunities, including Saturday mornings paid at time and a half.
• Industry-leading training from the outset and throughout your career.
• Long-term opportunity with a well-established commercial vehicle business.
• Varied working environment, including potential off-site work and breakdown attendance.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Duties

• In this HGV Technician role, inspect and repair vehicles to DVSA standards.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and present them for inspection.
• Carry out fault diagnosis using specialist, market-leading diagnostic equipment.
• Complete general mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Attend breakdowns and carry out off-site repairs when required.
• Deliver excellent customer service while helping to keep customers’ vehicles on the road.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, workmanship and efficiency.

Requirements

• To be successful as an HGV Technician, you will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 vehicle maintenance qualification.
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician or commercial vehicle technician is required.
• An MOT licence is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work to a consistently high standard.
• Strong teamworking skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Commitment to developing your technical knowledge and skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Own set of tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Previous experience as an HGV Technician within a commercial vehicle environment will be highly valued, although individuals with relevant van or heavy vehicle experience are also encouraged to apply.