Light Vehicle Mechanic to HGV Technician - 6-Month Training

Volvo Group; Ely; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

25 days holiday

Cycle to work

Job summary

Volvo Group in Ely is offering a focused pathway to become an HGV Technician through a fully funded 6‑month training programme. You will gain hands‑on workshop experience while attending the dedicated training facility and living costs are covered during training weeks.

The role starts as a Light Vehicle Mechanic with a structured progression to HGV Technician, including payment of £19 per hour during training and a £1,000 signing bonus after six months of service.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Repair
• Light vehicle experience – cars, vans, plant or motorbikes
• IT literate
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience as a LGV Technician/Vehicle Technician/Plant Mechanics

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, MOT preparation, diagnostic work and fault finding
• Carry out repairs on engines, gearboxes, brakes and suspension on trucks and buses
• Learn to use Volvo’s in‑house systems and complete paperwork such as job cards
• Learn to work to Volvo Service Times and standards

Skills

Light Vehicle Mechanic

LGV knowledge

IT literate

Vehicle maintenance

Education

City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Volvo Group in Ely is offering a focused pathway to become an HGV Technician through a fully funded 6‑month training programme. You will gain hands‑on workshop experience while attending the dedicated training facility and living costs are covered during training weeks.

The role starts as a Light Vehicle Mechanic with a structured progression to HGV Technician, including payment of £19 per hour during training and a £1,000 signing bonus after six months of service.