Lights Vehicle Technician

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency in the UK seeks a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a dedicated team in Derby. The role offers comprehensive training in various vehicle repairs and includes a salary of £38,200 per annum, additional weekend shift allowances, and a welcome bonus. Applicants should have a Level 3 HGV qualification and experience in a workshop environment. A full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Benefits

Comprehensive Electric vehicle diagnostics training

Fully paid PPE including overalls

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy HGV or commercial vehicle workshop.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair company vehicles ensuring compliance and safety.
• Perform inspections, servicing, and MOT preparation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

HGV maintenance practices

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 HGV Technician qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Our client is hiring a skilled and proactive Vehicle Technician to join a team of dedicated technicians. Technicians with expertise in either Lights, Commercial Vehicles or HGVs repair backgrounds will be considered for this role. Operating from a Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU), well equipped workshops you will play a crucial role in ensuring the fleet remains roadworthy, compliant, and operational. This includes performing routine inspections, repairs, servicing, and MOT preparation to maintain service standards and fleet reliability.

Job Details

• Job Title: Lights Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Industry: Fleet Maintenance
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Salary: £38,200 p/annum + £50 per day weekend shift allowance + £1,500 welcome bonus + benefits + overtime
• Location: Derby
• Hours: 39.5 hours, Monday to Friday – Days + 1 in 3 Saturdays (day off in the week)

What’s on offer

Technicians joining this fleet team will benefit from a range of training and upskilling initiatives such as multi-skilling to repair all variety of different fleet vehicles. A lights technician will be fully trained to repair HGVs. Comprehensive Electric vehicle diagnostics training, forklift training/licensing, IRTEC renewal/upgrades and emergency/first aid training. Fully paid PPE, including overalls and steel toe capped boots.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair company vehicles and trailers, ensuring they meet legal compliance and safety standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing, inspections, and MOT preparation.
• Monitor and resolve driver-reported defects, ensuring vehicles remain in a roadworthy condition.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and bodywork issues, replacing faulty components, as necessary.
• Accurately record service and repair history in accordance with company policies and legal regulations.
• Ensure fleet vehicles are operational by following maintenance schedules, troubleshooting, breakdowns, and managing inventory.
• Work closely with the Transport team to ensure fleet availability meets operational needs, while minimising downtime to reduce disruptions to daily activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Level 3 HGV Technician qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience within a busy HGV or commercial vehicle workshop.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong understanding of HGV maintenance practices, health & safety regulations, and transport legislation.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work efficiently under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A confident negotiator with a proactive approach.
• Health & Safety Compliance.

Contact

Call Jo at Questech Automotive Recruitment for a confidential discussion