HGV Technician / Engineer

James Lewis Recruitment; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy workshop in Brentwood. This permanent role involves diagnosing and repairing a wide range of vehicles. The ideal candidate should have strong fault-finding skills and experience in truck maintenance. Competitive pay ranging from £18 to £21 per hour is offered, with additional benefits like job security and training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent salary and employment package

Chances for further training and development

Job security

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Time-served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience working on trucks and associated vehicles.
• Valid Driving License required.

Responsibilities

• Fast and accurate diagnoses using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain and repair vehicles independently.
• Conduct inspections (MOT, tachographs).
• Mentor less experienced technicians.
• Perform final checks on completed work.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Extensive experience in repairs and maintenance

Familiarization with developments in the automotive industry

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter

Location: Brentwood

Salary: £18-£21ph

Shift: Monday to Friday - 7am to 4pm - Every other Sat, overtime available

Type: Permanent

We are looking for a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter to join our client, a fast growing and busy workshop in Brentwood.

You will be working on a wide range of vehicles including Mercedes, IVECO, DAF, MAN, Volvo, Dennis Eagle and many more.

Responsibilities

• You'll be responsible for fast and accurate diagnoses using diagnostic tools and for choosing the right repair techniques.
• You'll work independently to maintain and repair vehicles and components.
• You'll carry out a range of inspections (MOT, tachographs, etc.).
• You'll provide support and daily mentoring for less experienced technicians.
• You'll carry out final checks on work that has been completed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Time-served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 preferred)
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Extensive experience in carrying out repairs and maintenance on trucks, components and associated vehicles
• Familiarization with developments in the automotive industry
• Valid Driving License

Benefits

• Individual responsibility and lots of latitude.
• An excellent salary and employment package.
• Plenty of chances for further training and development.
• Job security
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee assistance program.

How to apply

If you are interested, please apply and one of our dedicated recruitment specialists will contact you.

About us

James Lewis is the market leader in supplying contract and permanent workforce solutions to the Automotive and Transport industries. If you feel you have the right skills for the above position or you are a HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / PCV Engineer / PSV Mechanic / Plant Engineer / Plant Technician / Plant Fitter looking for a new position then please call