HGV Technician (Contract)

NMS Recruit Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate starts available

Day, late and night shifts

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd. is seeking an experienced HGV Technician in Birmingham for immediate or upcoming contract work.

You will service, maintain and repair a range of heavy commercial vehicles, with day, late and night shifts potentially available across Birmingham and surrounding areas. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, strong fault-finding skills, and own tools.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair required.
• Experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
• Own tools and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Carrying out inspections in line with maintenance schedules.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Repairing engines, gearboxes, braking and suspension systems.
• Working with vehicle diagnostic equipment.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT.
• Rectifying defects identified during inspections.
• Attending to breakdowns where required.
• Completing maintenance and repair documentation.
• Ensuring all work meets DVSA and operator standards.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own tools

Job description

HGV Technician Contractor - Birmingham

Rate: £33P/H

Hours: Full-time, various shifts available

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

NMS Recruit are currently looking for experienced HGV Technicians / HGV Mechanics for contract opportunities with commercial vehicle operators across Birmingham.We are looking to speak with qualified and experienced technicians who are available for immediate or upcoming contract assignments.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a range of heavy commercial vehicles.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Routine servicing and preventative maintenance
• Carrying out inspections in line with maintenance schedules
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Repairing engines, gearboxes, braking and suspension systems
• Working with vehicle diagnostic equipment
• Preparing vehicles for MOT
• Rectifying defects identified during inspections
• Attending to breakdowns where required
• Completing maintenance and repair documentation
• Ensuring all work meets DVSA and operator standards

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Experience working with modern commercial vehicles
• Own tools where required
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Good understanding of vehicle inspection and maintenance standards
• An HGV driving licence is advantageous but not essential.

What's Available

• Competitive contractor rates
• Ongoing contract assignments
• Full-time hours
• Day, late and night shifts potentially available
• Opportunities across London
• Immediate starts available for suitable technicians

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