HGV Technician - Thetford

TN United Kingdom; Thetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an HGV technician at their Volvo Truck and Bus Centre. You will ensure high-quality repairs on vehicles, work with advanced technologies, and be part of a team committed to innovation and sustainability. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and various employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health cash plan, including access to dental insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service

Enhanced paternity/maternity leave

Employee savings and retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workwear provided

Support for you and your family through an online Wellbeing Centre

Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship in the HGV industry or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in the commercial vehicle industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures.
• Assist in fault diagnosis and comply with warranty procedures.
• Support the development of trainees and apprentices.

Skills

Basic working knowledge of vehicle technology

Computer literacy

Education

City and Guilds, NVQ3, or equivalent qualification

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, ensuring repairs are carried out according to Volvo's standards. Here at Volvo Trucks, we are at the forefront of Electromobility, working on systems including alternative fuels such as LNG, hybrid, and full electric vehicles.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of up to £19 per hour and a £1,000 joining bonus.
• Overtime at time and a half Monday – Saturday. Double time on Sundays and bank holidays
• Health cash plan, including access to dental insurance
• I25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• 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, including Volvo polos, sweatshirts, work trousers, and fleece jackets

Who are you?

Skills/Qualifications

• City and Guilds, NVQ3, or an equivalent qualification is required
• You will 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.
• Basic working knowledge of vehicle technology is expected.

What will you do?

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to the manufacturer’s procedures, safely and responsibly.
• Ensure repairs are completed in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate.
• Assist in fault diagnosis.
• Comply with warranty procedures and warranty material on completion of repairs.
• Assist with Action Service Europe when required.
• Work with the Parts Team to ensure correct replacement parts are fitted.
• Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV license).
• Assist with roadside breakdowns.
• Ensure company time recording procedures are followed, and job cards are completed accurately.
• Complete service sheets as per Volvo instructions.
• Report all vehicle defects to workshop controllers.
• Maintain workshop facilities, equipment, and tools.
• Support the development of trainees and apprentices.

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity provides a safe and supportive environment for all. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every qualification, and we will consider your application carefully.

Joining Volvo Group offers you the chance to be part of a global leader in transportation solutions. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating opportunities for talented individuals passionate about shaping the future of transport.

At Volvo Trucks, we lead the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century, we have been innovating to make life easier, better, and safer. We work with curiosity, passion, and a willingness to change to stay ahead. Join us, and together we can move the world we want to live in.