HGV Technician - Chesterfield NEW

Ford & Slater; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime at premium rates

In-house and manufacturer training

Driver training after qualifying

22 days holiday rising to 25 after 5 y

Employee Of The Month

Employee Assistance Program

Pension

Death in Service Life Insurance

Cycle to work

Career progression

Job summary

Ford & Slater is seeking an HGV Technician for our Chesterfield dealership to service and repair a wide range of trucks, diagnose faults, and prepare vehicles for MOTs. The role involves following manufacturer procedures, safety practices, and completing accurate service records.

We offer premium overtime rates, extensive training (in-house and manufacturer), and progression opportunities. A full UK driving licence is required, along with a proven HGV/CV maintenance background.

Qualifications

• Experience as a HGV Technician/Mechanic in relevant sectors.
• Apprenticeship/training with Level 3 in CV maintenance and repair.
• Maintain vehicles per manufacturer procedures.
• Diagnose faults accurately.
• Carry out safety inspections and MOT preparation.
• Follow processes for accurate job cards and service records.
• Basic computer literacy advantageous.
• Own tool kit is required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles.
• Fault Diagnostics.
• MOT Preparation.
• Mechanical and Electrical repairs.
• Ensure repairs follow manufacturer procedures and safety.
• Road test when required (licence permitting).
• Attend development training offered.

Skills

HGV experience

Diagnostics

MOT preparation

Paperwork accuracy

Computer literacy

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Commercial Vehicle Maintenance & repair

Tools

Own tool kit

Job description

HGV TECHNICIAN

Ford and Slater are one the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have a vacancy for an HGV Technician in the fantastic team at our Chesterfield dealership.

What we offer

• Overtime at premium rates
• Excellent DAF HGV Technician Training & development opportunities – in house and manufacturer’s
• HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
• 22 days holiday (plus statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
• Employee Of The Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Competitive rates depending on you HGV Technician experience
• Career Progression Opportunities

Who are we looking for as an HGV Technician

• Previous experience working as a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• Ideally have served a recognised apprenticeship or training programme. Qualified to Level 3 (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and repair.
• Excellent technical knowledge ensuring maintenance and repairs are carried out to manufacturer’s procedures.
• Sound knowledge to accurately diagnosis faults.
• Ability to carry out safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's.
• The skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
• General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
• Own tool kit.
• Full UK driving licence.

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include (but not limited to)

Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Fault Diagnostics. MOT Preparation. Mechanical and Electrical repairs. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions. Attend any technical or development training that is made available.

Shifts

Alternating weeks, Monday to Friday: 6am - 3pm / 1pm - 10pm. Alternate Saturday morning, 6am – Midday.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to provide equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all.

Type Permanent Dealer Ford & Slater Chesterfield Address Old Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 2RG