HGV Trailer Technician

TIP Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation and logistics firm as an HGV Trailer Technician, where your skills will be valued and rewarded. This full-time position offers a competitive salary with overtime opportunities, along with a fantastic benefits package including a generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, and a welcome bonus. You'll perform crucial inspections and repairs on trailers, ensuring safety and functionality while delivering excellent customer service. If you're passionate about vehicles and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

GBP1000 Welcome Bonus

Private Healthcare

Company pension

Life assurance at 3x salary

Seasonal Rewards & Recognition

GBP1,000 Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with semi-trailers or heavy vehicles is essential.
• Industry qualifications like City & Guilds or NVQs are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, servicing, and repairs on trailers.
• Diagnose issues using EBS systems and complete compliance documentation.

Skills

Semi-Trailer or Heavy Vehicle experience

EBS diagnostics experience

Welding certification

Education

City & Guilds

NVQs

Tools

HALDEX

WABCO

KNORR BREMSE

Job description

HGV Trailer Technician
Location: Shepshed
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent - Monday to Friday
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available
Salary: GBP18.80 per hour

Why Join Us?

At TIP, we're proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company and a market leader in transportation and logistics solutions across Europe. We offer an attractive benefits package, including:

1. Unbeatable Holiday Package: 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with options to buy up to 4 additional days, totaling 37 days off.
2. Outstanding Earning Potential: Overtime paid at time and a half, and double pay on Sundays.
3. GBP1000 Welcome Bonus: A warm welcome to our team.
4. GBP1,000 Referral Scheme: Refer a skilled technician and earn GBP1,000.
5. Private Healthcare: Covering you and your immediate family.
6. Pension & Financial Security: Company pension, life assurance at 3x salary, and Group Income Protection.
7. Seasonal Rewards & Recognition: Festive high street Christmas vouchers.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Perform detailed inspections, servicing, and repairs on trailers, ensuring safety and functionality.
2. Complete compliance documentation accurately and efficiently.
3. Diagnose and resolve issues using EBS systems such as HALDEX, WABCO, and KNORR BREMSE.
4. Participate in ongoing training, including IRTEC, tail lift, BPW & SAF axle/brake training.
5. Deliver excellent customer service while meeting deadlines.
6. Follow health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
7. Uphold TIP values and behaviors.

The above duties are not exhaustive and may change as directed by your supervisor or manager.

Who We're Looking For:

We seek passionate, skilled candidates who excel in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Requirements include:

Essential:

• Semi-Trailer or Heavy Vehicle experience.
• Industry qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQs.

Desirable:

• HGV Class 1 driving licence.
• IRTEC accreditation.
• EBS diagnostics experience (Knorr Bremse, Haldex, WABCO).
• Welding certification.
• Experience with axle manufacturers like BPW, SAF, or JOST.
• Tail lift training and experience.
• Double deck or lifting deck maintenance experience.

Join Our Team

Take the next step in your career with TIP, where your hard work is rewarded, and your well-being is prioritized. Apply today and discover why TIP is a market leader and a Great Place to Work!