HGV Technician - Glasgow West

Volvo Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global transportation company in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Heavy Vehicle Technician to join their team. This role involves carrying out repairs, assisting in diagnostics, and servicing customer vehicles. With a focus on high standards and teamwork, the position offers a competitive hourly rate and excellent benefits such as generous holidays, pension scheme, and additional leave for parents. If you're ready to advance your career in the transportation industry, apply now.

Benefits

Up to 33 days holiday

Contributory Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Maternity & Adoption Leave

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance required.
• Relevant experience with HGVs or completion of an apprenticeship in the HGV industry.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs to a high standard according to company procedures.
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process.
• Service customer vehicles and complete service sheets.
• Road test vehicles when required.

Skills

HGV Experience

Fault Diagnosis

Repair Standards

Road Testing

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

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Do you want to work 3.5 days per week? Would our fantastic shift pattern help your work-life balance?

As part of our team at Volvo, you will work a 40.5-hour week, earning up to £20 per hour with overtime, a quarterly bonus, and excellent earning potential.

Shift Pattern on rotational basis

Who are you?

Do you hold a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and have previous experience working on HGVs, or have you completed an apprenticeship in the HGV industry?

What will you be doing?

The Role – some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out repairs to a high standard according to Volvo procedures, safely and responsibly
• Assisting in the fault diagnosis process
• Servicing customer vehicles and completing service sheets
• Road testing vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV license)
• Assisting with roadside breakdowns
• Processing all relevant paperwork accurately
• Reporting vehicle defects
• Keeping workshop facilities, equipment, and tools clean, tidy, and well-maintained
• Supporting the development of trainees and apprentices

What can we offer you?

Alongside your salary, we offer fantastic employee benefits, including:

• Up to 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and increasing with length of service)
• Contributory Pension scheme, Health Cash Plan, and Life Insurance
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Maternity & Adoption Leave: 6 months full pay, then 6 months half pay; Paternity leave: 2 weeks, with an additional 3 weeks in the first 3 years

Ready for the next move?

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Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Our mission creates numerous career opportunities across our leading brands and entities.

Joining Volvo Group means working with some of the most talented and innovative minds in the industry to leave society in a better state for future generations. We are passionate about our work, thrive on teamwork, and are a global community of nearly 100,000 people committed to care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks, we lead the way toward a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century, we have been innovating to make life easier, better, and safer. Our promise is to drive progress for customers, industry, and society. We embrace curiosity, passion, and change to stay ahead. Join us as we move the world we want to live in.