HGV Technician - Tower Hamlets

Terberg Matec UK; Clint; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

My Benefits platform

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle in Tower Hamlets, East London, is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to diagnose, service and repair refuse-collection vehicles. You’ll work on a range of tasks, keeping essential fleet assets on the road and compliant.

The role is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £41,277.60–£48,929.40 DOE. Applicants from Poplar to Canary Wharf are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing.
• Proven diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Understanding of electronics and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Service, maintain and repair HGVs and specialist vehicles.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and perform quality checks.
• Carry out body and chassis repairs where needed.
• Read wiring diagrams and work with diagnostic data.
• Keep accurate maintenance/repair records.
• Work safely and provide high standards of service.

Skills

Diagnostics

Wiring diagrams

Communication

Problem-solving

Electrical systems

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance

Tools

Volvo Tech Tool

IRTEC

Allison transmission

Job description

Role: HGV Technician

Location: Tower Hamlets, E14 0JJ

Hours: 45 hours per week | between 07:00 and 15:30 Monday to Friday

Salary: Between £41,277.60 - £48,929.40 pa DOE

Love solving mechanical problems and getting vehicles back on the road? Put your technical skills to work on something a little different.

We’re looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join Dennis Eagle in Tower Hamlets, working on our specialist refuse collection vehicles.

From diagnostics and fault finding to servicing and repairs, you’ll work across a varied range of tasks helping to keep essential vehicles operating safely and reliably. The role is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you’ll be doing

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
• Servicing, maintaining and repairing HGVs and specialist vehicles
• Preparing vehicles for MOT inspection and carrying out quality checks
• Carrying out body and chassis repairs where necessary
• Reading wiring diagrams and working with diagnostic information
• Completing accurate maintenance and repair records
• Working safely and providing a high standard of service

What we’re looking for

• Experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing
• A Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent
• Proven diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• An understanding of electronics and hydraulics
• The ability to read and understand wiring diagrams
• Good communication and problem-solving skills

Previous experience with refuse collection vehicles or electric vehicles would be useful, but isn't essential. An HGV Class 2 licence and relevant training such as Volvo Tech Tool, Allison transmission or IRTEC are desirable.

Location & commute

Based in Tower Hamlets (E14 0JJ), East London, the role could suit HGV Technicians, HGV Mechanics and Commercial Vehicle Technicians travelling from Poplar, Canary Wharf, Canning Town, Stratford, Newham, Bow, Greenwich and surrounding areas of East London.

Searching for an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician job in East London?

This could be your opportunity to work with a specialist commercial vehicle fleet.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you'd like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.

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