HGV Technician - Felixstowe

AB Volvo; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global vehicle manufacturer located in Felixstowe is seeking a skilled individual for HGV repairs. The candidate will ensure compliance with manufacturer procedures, assist in diagnostics, and maintain a clean workshop environment. The position requires a technical qualification and apprenticeship experience in the HGV industry. The company values teamwork and offers a range of benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Training opportunities

Health Care Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts for employees and families

Qualifications

• Technically competent in repair and maintenance of HGVs.
• Effective communication at all levels, both written and verbal.
• Able to develop or contribute to enhancing processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure repairs align with manufacturer’s procedures.
• Assist in fault diagnosis for HGVs.
• Comply with time recording and service sheet protocols.

Skills

Technical competence in HGV repair

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

City and Guilds, NVQ 3 or equivalent

Completed an apprenticeship

Job description

What will you be doing

Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate. Assist in the fault diagnosis process. Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and with warranty material on completion of a repair. Assist with Action Service Europe when required. Work with the parts team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted to the vehicles. Road test vehicle when required (if holder of HGV licence). Assist with roadside breakdowns. Ensure that the company time recording procedures are complied with and that job cards are completed accurately. Ensure that service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions. Ensure that all vehicle defects are reported to your workshop controller. Ensure that the workshop facilities, equipment and tools are kept clean, tidy and maintained, reflecting the Volvo Truck and Bus Centre image of an efficient and modern retail Dealer point. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate. Support the development of any young trainees and apprentices.

What’s in it for you

• As part of the Volvo Trucks team, you’ll be working for one of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and a company that values its people
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays raising to 30 days + bank holidays
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Enhanced Paternity/maternity/foster leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Health Care Plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Many discounts for yourself, family and friends on travel, theatre, gym memberships, theme parks and more

Who are you?

• Technically competent in the repair and maintenance of HGVs
• Effective communication at all levels, both written and verbal, and an active team member
• Able to develop or contribute to developing new or enhancing existing processes
• Adaptable, willing to take on new skills and participate in training and development activities

Required knowledge & experience:

• City and Guilds, NVQ 3 or equivalent
• Completed an apprenticeship in HGV industry or equivalent experience
• Experience within the commercial vehicle industry

What will you be doing

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures and in a safe and responsible manner
• Carry out repairs in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate
• Assist in fault diagnosis. Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and with warranty material on completion of a repair
• Assist with Action Service Europe when required
• Work with the parts team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted to the vehicles
• Road test vehicle when required (if holder of HGV licence)
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Ensure that the company time recording procedures are complied with and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure that service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions
• Ensure that all vehicle defects are reported to your workshop controller
• Ensure that the workshop facilities, equipment and tools are kept clean, tidy and maintained, reflecting the Volvo Truck and Bus Centre image of an efficient and modern retail Dealer point
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate
• Support the development of any young trainees and apprentices

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