Light Vehicle to HGV Technician — Training Path

AB Volvo; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 16,531,000 - 23,419,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan - dental insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays 30

Employee savings and retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Career development and training plans

Wellbeing centre access

Volvo savings centre benefits

Job summary

Volvo Group in Ipswich is offering a structured conversion program to move from Light Vehicle Technician to HGV Technician, with full training and support from Volvo Truck and Bus. The role starts with a competitive hourly training rate and includes a £1000 signing bonus after six months of service.

You will gain industry-leading training, learn Volvo’s service times, and develop your skills toward a long-term career in HGV maintenance.

Qualifications

• Full conversion training from Light Vehicle Mechanic to HGV Technician
• Proven experience on cars, vans, plant or motorbikes with LGV knowledge
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience as a LGV Technician/Vehicle Technician/Plant Mechanics
• Accredited training programme with Volvo Truck and Bus

Responsibilities

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

Skills

LGV/Vehicle technician experience

IT literate

Vehicle technician knowledge

Conversion training

Education

City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent

Job description

Volvo Group in Ipswich is offering a structured conversion program to move from Light Vehicle Technician to HGV Technician, with full training and support from Volvo Truck and Bus. The role starts with a competitive hourly training rate and includes a £1000 signing bonus after six months of service.

You will gain industry-leading training, learn Volvo’s service times, and develop your skills toward a long-term career in HGV maintenance.