Skilled HGV Technician

Freightroute Limited; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Falkirk is seeking a Skilled HGV Technician to maintain and repair their fleet of heavy goods vehicles. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of service and safety while working in a team-oriented environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Fully Funded Uniform

28 days annual leave

Retail Discounts

Employer Assistance Programme

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Must provide evidence of skills and training through a CV.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on heavy goods vehicles.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Complete inspections and keep accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Job description

Location: Falkirk FK5 3NS
Shift Pattern: 45 hours per week
Salary: £38,259.00 - £41,745.60

Skilled HGV Technician Monday - Friday 07.00 - 17.00

As a skilled HGV Technician, you will be responsible for performing maintenance and repair work on our modern fleet of heavy goods vehicles and trailers. As a professional you will be expected to carry out your duties in a safe and timely manner, making sure that all requirements are fully met and that the required standard of service, maintenance and repairs are achieved through correct diagnosis of the work undertaken.

• To carry out tasks to the highest standard expected
• To report any problems encountered to the workshop Manager or Foreman
• To always wear and use the PPE equipment provided.
• Complete routine maintenance and repairs on the company’s HGV vehicles and trailers.
• To achieve a 100% MOT first time pass rate.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Complete inspections and identify any potential problems or safety concerns.
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance and repair work performed. To use the DAF electronic job card system correctly with correct descriptions of all jobs completed. Ensure that all labour times and parts are assigned to the correct job card.
• Report any damaged or broken company equipment.
• To follow and adhere to all company policies and procedures (if you are not sure of anything please ask your workshop manager). Ensure work area is clean and organised.

Who are we looking for?

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Enjoy being part of team and helping each other
• Wanting a career in Transport, learn and develop skills
• Solving problems, redirecting /escalating issues, seeing an issue and acting on it to resolve it
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Must provide evidence of skills and training through a CV.
• Must be able to commute to workshop location.

Role Rewards:

• Hours of work Monday to Friday 45 hours per week
• Competitive rates plus overtime available
• Fully Funded Uniform
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) with online booking facilities
• Retail Discounts with Hapi*
• Employer Assistance Programme*
• Company Pension

Marked benefits available on successful completion of probationary period.

Note to recruitment agencies:We prefer to recruit direct but we do have a authorised agency partner list for when we need a helping hand, we will be in touch if we need you.

The Freightroute Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. We do not offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

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