HGV Technician - Bexley/Dartford

Terberg Matec UK; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holiday

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Dennis Eagle in Bexley is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to service, diagnose, repair and maintain specialist refuse vehicles. The role involves 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary between £41,277.60 and £48,929.40 per annum DOE.

You will work on mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems and ensure vehicles pass MOT with high safety standards. You should have a Level 3 Heavy Vehicle qualification, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to read wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance (NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Diagnostic and fault-finding experience on commercial vehicles.
• Understanding of electronics and hydraulics; ability to read wiring diagrams.
• Experience with refuse collection or electric vehicles is a plus; HGV Class 2 licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
• Servicing, repairing and maintaining HGVs and specialist vehicles
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and completing quality checks
• Carrying out body and chassis repairs where required
• Using wiring diagrams and diagnostic information to identify faults
• Completing records accurately
• Working safely while delivering a high standard of customer service

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Electronics & hydraulics understanding

Wiring diagrams comprehension

Targeted vehicle fault diagnosis

Education

A Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance (NVQ/City & Guilds)

Tools

IRTEC

Volvo Tech Tool

Allison transmission knowledge

Job description

Role: HGV Technician

Location: Bexley, DA1 5QJ

Hours: 45 hours per week | between 06:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday

Salary: between £41,277.60 - £48,929.40 pa DOE

Like getting to the bottom of a tricky fault? Enjoy hands-on work where no two jobs are necessarily the same? We’d like to hear from you.

We’re looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join Dennis Eagle at our Bexley operation, working on specialist refuse collection vehicles.

You’ll carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs, helping to keep essential commercial vehicles operating safely and reliably. The role is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you’ll be doing

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
• Servicing, repairing and maintaining HGVs and specialist vehicles
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and completing quality checks
• Carrying out body and chassis repairs where required
• Using wiring diagrams and diagnostic information to identify faults
• Completing records accurately
• Working safely while delivering a high standard of customer service

What we’re looking for

• Commercial vehicle servicing and repair experience
• A Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent
• Diagnostic and fault-finding experience
• An understanding of electronics and hydraulics
• The ability to understand wiring diagrams
• A practical approach to problem solving

Experience with refuse collection vehicles and electric vehicles would be welcome, but isn’t essential. An HGV Class 2 licence and training such as IRTEC, Volvo Tech Tool or Allison transmission are desirable.

Location & commute

Our site is in Bexley (DA1 5QJ), close to Dartford and the Kent/South East London border.

As this is a site-based workshop role, we recommend checking your journey to DA1 5QJ before applying.

The location may suit technicians travelling from Dartford, Bexleyheath, Crayford, Erith, Sidcup, Swanley and surrounding parts of Kent and South East London.

So, whether you're searching for an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician job around Dartford or Bexley, take a look at what we can offer.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.