Multiskilled HGV Technician

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Trigon Recruitment Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Multiskilled HGV Technician who will combine HGV driving with hands-on site work in environmental services and remediation projects. You will join a busy depot and undertake vehicle checks and remediation duties.

Based at the Manchester depot, you will perform duties across environmental clean-ups, drainage and groundwork tasks, with full training provided. Overtime and travel may be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 Licence.
• Experience in a hands-on working environment.
• Knowledge of vehicle checks, compliance and defect reporting.
• Good RAMS and safe systems of work understanding.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV driving and transport operations for company vehicles and operations.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting.
• Carry out high-pressure water jetting and environmental tasks.
• Support tank/interceptor installation, drainage and remediation works.
• Work with groundworks and site teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Full UK driving licence

Experience in hands-on environment

RAMS knowledge

Flexible overtime & travel

Job description

Job Role: Multiskilled HGV Technician

Location: Manchester

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Overtime: 1.5x hourly rate Monday to Saturday 2x hourly rate Sundays and Bank Holidays

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch)

Role Overview:

Are you an HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a more varied and rewarding role? Do you enjoy being hands-on, working outdoors and learning new skills rather than spending all day behind the wheel? We are recruiting a Multiskilled HGV Technician to join a growing environmental services team based in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with HGV driving experience who wants a long-term career within environmental services, remediation, industrial cleaning, groundworks and infrastructure projects. As a Multiskilled HGV Technician, you will combine HGV driving with practical site-based work, supporting environmental clean-ups, spill response activities, tank and interceptor installations, drainage works, industrial cleaning projects and remediation schemes. No two days are the same, and full specialist training will be provided to help you develop into a highly skilled environmental services professional.

Key Responsibilities:

HGV Driving & Transport Operations

• Operate company vehicles including HGV Class 2 tankers and specialist operational vehicles
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting
• Ensure vehicles remain compliant, safe and roadworthy
• Transport equipment, plant and materials to operational sites
• Comply with drivers' hours regulations and transport legislation

Environmental & Industrial Services

• Carry out high-pressure water jetting activities
• Support environmental incident response and spill remediation works
• Assist with industrial cleaning projects
• Support tank and interceptor installation, maintenance and removal works
• Carry out environmental clean-up and remediation activities
• Assist with drainage and infrastructure projects

Groundworks & Site Support

• Support excavation, reinstatement and groundwork activities
• Assist with tank uplift and removal projects
• Operate specialist plant and equipment where trained
• Work alongside multidisciplinary site teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow RAMS, safe systems of work and company procedures
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
• Report hazards, incidents and near misses
• Use PPE correctly and promote a strong safety culture

Customer Service & Teamwork

• Communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders
• Complete all operational documentation accurately
• Support colleagues to ensure successful project delivery
• Travel and work away from home where required

Essential Criteria:

• HGV Class 2 Licence
• Experience within a practical, hands-on working environment
• Knowledge of vehicle checks, compliance and defect reporting
• Good understanding of RAMS and safe systems of work
• Strong work ethic and willingness to undertake manual duties
• Flexible approach to overtime and travel
• Excellent communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Criteria:

• ADR Licence
• Tanker driving experience
• Groundworks experience
• Remediation experience
• Industrial cleaning experience
• Plant operation experience
• Environmental services experience
• Utilities, civils or construction background

Additional Information:

Based from the Manchester depot

UK-wide travel may be required depending on projects

Overnight stays may occasionally be required

Participation in emergency response and call-out activities may be required

Full training provided for successful candidates with the right attitude and transferable skills