HGV Technician (Nightshift) – Sheffield

DAF Trucks UK; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading truck dealership in Sheffield is looking for a Nightshift HGV Technician. The role involves servicing and maintaining trucks, performing safety inspections, and diagnosing faults. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, and prior experience as a mechanic. Competitive hourly rates, training, and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rate

Overtime at premium rates

22 days holiday, rising to 25

Pension scheme

Death in Service Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, or Car sectors.
• Qualified with a recognized apprenticeship or training program.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a variety of Trucks and Vehicles.
• Carrying out safety inspections and preparing vehicles for MOT.
• Road testing vehicles when required.

Skills

Previous experience as a Technician / Mechanic

Ability to carry out safety inspections

Fault diagnosis skills

General computer literacy

Education

Level 3 in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Overview

Ford and Slater are one the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 850 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have vacancies for Nightshift HGV Technician's at our Sheffield dealership.

What we offer

• Excellent hourly rate depending on experience
• Overtime at premium rates
• Excellent DAF Training & development opportunities – in house and manufacturer’s
• HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
• 22 days holiday (excluding statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
• Employee Of The Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Who we are looking for

• Previous experience working as a Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• If you are a Light Commercial or Car Mechanic who would like to transfer your skills then we can offer you training to become a HGV Technician.
• Ideally have served a recognised apprenticeship or training programme.
• Qualified to Level 3 (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Excellent technical knowledge ensuring maintenance and repairs are carried out to manufacturer’s procedures.
• Sound knowledge to accurately diagnosis faults.
• Carry safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's.
• Ability to participate in breakdowns.
• Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
• General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Shift pattern

• Monday – Friday, 8pm to 6am

Responsibilities

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Carry out safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's. Fault Diagnostics. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions.

Apply today to start your journey with Ford & Slater

No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you haven’t received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.

Address Orgreave Drive,
Sheffield,
Sheffield,
S13 9NR

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