HGV Technician/Fitter

Galaxy Personnel; Romford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is looking for an HGV Technician in Romford, North East London. This full-time, permanent role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicles while ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and a full driving license. The position also includes benefits like 33 holidays and a pension contribution. Interested candidates should contact David Steel for more information.

Benefits

33 days holidays including bank holidays

Sick Pay

5% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Hold Parts 1, 2 and 3 City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Craft Qualification.
• Hold a full category C or D license.
• Hold an IRTEC license or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose issues using advanced methods.
• Maintain and repair vehicles according to legislation.
• Complete inspections and repairs on systems.
• Drive and test various vehicles.

Skills

Advanced diagnostic methods

Vehicle repair and maintenance

Hydraulic systems repair

MOT testing

Education

City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Craft Qualification

Full category C or D license

IRTEC license

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HGV Technician

Area: North East London

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days) Basic Hours 36 (3 Days minimum)

Salary: Potential earnings including overtime (salary details removed)

Holidays: 33 days including bank holidays

Sick Pay: Yes

Pension: 5% contribution from employer

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and apply advanced diagnostic methods or computer equipment to identify causes and achieve satisfactory solutions.
• Inspect, maintain, service, diagnose, repair and adjust plant and their associated components and systems in a safe and economical manner employing such skills and knowledge as may be required to current Road Transport and Health & Safety legislation and policies.
• Inspect, fit and balance vehicle tyres and carry out puncture and other minor repairs.
• Complete repairs to hydraulic systems.
• Hold a qualification to complete Ministry of Transport (MOT) Testing classes 4, 5 & 7.
• Respond to call outs, carry out roadside repairs of vehicles following breakdowns, liaising with emergency services as necessary and advising members of the public.
• To drive, deliver, collect, road test and present for testing all vehicles to Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV), Passenger Carrying Vehicles (PCV), light commercial, including plant machinery.

Qualifications

• Holds Parts 1, 2 and 3 City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Craft Qualification or equivalent.
• Hold a full category C or D license, reasonable adjustments will be considered for disabled candidates.
• Hold an IRTEC license or equivalent.
• Keep up to date with new technology.
• Read industry literature to stay aware of new policies and procedures.

How to Apply

If this is a role you would be interested in and want to hear more, contact David Steel.