HGV Technician - Thetford

Volvo Trucks; Thetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HGV Technician to join their dynamic Service & Workshop team. This role offers a competitive salary and a generous signing bonus, alongside opportunities for overtime and professional development. You will work on cutting-edge technologies including alternative fuels and electric vehicles, ensuring repairs meet high standards of safety and quality. With a supportive environment and a focus on employee wellbeing, this position is perfect for those passionate about the future of transport and vehicle technology.

Benefits

£1,000 signing bonus

Overtime pay

Generous Pension Plan

Health cash plan with dental insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced paternity/maternity leave

Employee savings and retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing Centre support

Workwear provided

Qualifications

• Required qualifications include City and Guilds or NVQ3.
• Experience in the HGV industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs according to manufacturer’s procedures.
• Assist in fault diagnosis and comply with warranty procedures.

Skills

HGV industry experience

City and Guilds or NVQ3 qualification

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Vehicle technology knowledge

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ3 qualification

HGV apprenticeship

Tools

Volvo Special Tools

Job description

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£1,000 signing bonus!! (direct applicants only)

Salary up to £19 per hour dependent upon skill set and experience!!

Shift pattern is Monday to Friday 6 am – 2 pm / 2- 10 pm with alternative Saturdays paid at overtime.

As an HGV technician, you will be joining our Service & Workshop team at our Volvo Truck and Bus Centre. Where you will be ensuring repairs are carried out according to Volvos Standards. Here at Volvo Trucks, we believe are at the forefront of Electromobility so you will also be working on a range of systems which include alternative fuels such as LNG, hybrid and Full electric vehicles.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of up to £19 per hour and £1,000 joining Bonus.
• Overtime at time and half Monday – Saturday. Double time on Sundays and bank holidays
• Generous Pension Plan
• Health cash plan- includes Access to dental insurance
• I25 days holiday + bank holidays raising with service to 30 days
• Enhanced paternity/maternity leave
• Employee savings and retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support for you and your family through an online Wellbeing Centre
• Workwear provided such as Volvo polos, sweatshirts, work trousers and fleece jacket
  
  

Who are you?

Skills/Qualifications

• City and Guilds, an NVQ3 or equivalent qualification is required
• You’ll also have completed an apprenticeship in the HGV industry, or have equivalent experience, along with relevant experience in the commercial vehicle industry.
• A basic knowledge of computer software packages including Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred, as is a general level of computer literacy.
• we’d expect you to have a basic working knowledge of vehicle technology
  
  

What Will You Do

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to the manufacturer’s procedures, safely and responsibly
• 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 warranty material on completion of each repair
• Assist with Action Service Europe when required
• Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted
• Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence)
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers
• Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained
• Support the development of young trainees and apprentices
  
  

Ready for the next move?

Apply today or contact Debbie Walsh for more information - [e-mail]

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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