Roadside Hgv Technician

Jago Consultants; East Malling; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24h service van

Job summary

Jago Consultants is recruiting a 24 hour Breakdown Vehicle Technician for a leading LCV/HGV dealership. You will operate across Tonbridge, Crawley, Robertsbridge, Dunton Green and Maidstone, collecting the service van at shift start and returning it when off duty.

The role covers roadside breakdowns, servicing and maintenance, fault diagnosis, and clear communication with customers and colleagues. A valid class of vehicle licence is required.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Vehicle Technician with roadside/breakdown experience.
• Experience diagnosing vehicle faults using systematic methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with breakdowns and carry out servicing/maintenance at roadside.
• Identify and diagnose faults to achieve first-time fixes.
• Communicate effectively with customers, colleagues and service administration.
• Complete all paperwork per company guidelines and warranty procedures.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Roadside servicing

Customer communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

24 hour Breakdown HGV/LCV Vehicle Technician/ Mechanic:

Our client is a leading LCV/HGV dealership that is looking to recruit a 24 hour Breakdown Technician / Mechanic. Our client operates a large Main Dealer for LCVs and you will be providing breakdown assistance across the Tonbridge, Crawley, Robertsbridge, Dunton Green and Maidstone areas. You will be required to collect your van at the start of your shift, but you have to drop it off when you’re not on call.

Breakdown Vehicle Technician Role;

• You will be required to assist with breakdowns, to carry out servicing and maintenance repairs at the roadside
• Identify and diagnose vehicle faults using a logical and efficient method to ensure first time fix is achieved.
• Communicate well with Customers, colleagues and Service Administration
• Complete all necessary paper work in-line with company guidelines and manufacturer warranty procedures

Breakdown Vehicle Technician requirements;

• You will be a fully qualified Vehicle Technician with Roadside / breakdown experience
• Qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3 of equivalent
• Experienced in Vehicle Diagnostics
• Appropriate driving licence for class of vehicle

Location:

Tonbridge & covering Crawley, Robertsbridge, Dunton Green and Maidstone

Package:

up to £20 per hour depending on experience (includes shift premium). + Use of the 24hr Service Van.

Hours:

When not 'On-Call':

You’d be working in the dealership, 8 am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

When 'On-Call':

Must be available to work on a rota basis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (paid at overtime rate outside of normal hours)

This role also offer a retainer whilst on call: