HGV Technician - West Bromwich

Kautec Recruitment; Great Barr; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Great Barr seeks a Mechanic to perform inspections and maintenance on heavy goods vehicles. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified and preferably hold an HGV Class 1 or Class 2 license. The role includes 12-hour shifts with possible Saturday overtime. This is a great opportunity for skilled vehicle engineers looking to enhance their expertise.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified with City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent.
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence preferred.
• Experience with heavy goods vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections on a diverse fleet.
• Perform routine maintenance to DVSA standards.
• Conduct gearbox and clutch repairs.

Skills

Vehicle inspections

Routine maintenance

Diagnostics

Hydraulics

Electrics and wiring

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ

IRTEC or EV qualification

Tools

Heavy goods vehicles

Job description

Overview

An established manufacturer that has been providing first class products for over 80 years. On a daily basis they continually strive to deliver exceptional products and services to all their customers.

Shifts and schedule

The role involves 12 hour shifts, 4 on 4 off, which can be a combination of days, lates and nights. There may also be an on-call rota and some Saturday overtime.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections to a varied and diverse fleet, including heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), refrigerated vehicles, tail lifts, light commercials (vans), trailers and various delivery products.
• Perform routine (and preventative) maintenance and scheduled servicing to DVSA standards.
• Prepare vehicles for MOTs and assist with MOT preparation.
• Carry out gearbox and clutch repairs and maintenance.
• Conduct 6 (or 8) weekly inspections and correct running defects where required.
• Work with hydraulics and pneumatics, and inspect/correct electrical and wiring systems.
• Seek to improve vehicle standards through proactive diagnostics and repairs.

Qualifications and skills

• Ideally fully qualified (City & Guilds), NVQ or equivalent.
• Additional accreditations such as IRTEC or EV qualification would be desirable.
• A HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence would be advantageous.

What we offer

Initial details provided with the application. If you would like more information, please get in touch for further details.

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