Aircraft Technician jobs in United Kingdom

HGV Technician – Location: Whitland, West Wales. Hours: Monday to Friday – 08:00hrs to 16:30hrs.

At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Are you passionate about trucks and trailers and have a knack for diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults? Join our team and take on the following key responsibilities.

• Service Excellence – Perform service, inspection, maintenance and repair of trucks and trailers to keep them running smoothly.
• Diagnostic Expertise – Utilise your skills to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues efficiently.
• Electrical Repairs – Replace and repair electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Precision Work – Set up and operate machine tools and equipment with precision.
• Welding Mastery – Showcase your welding and metal repair skills.
• MOT Preparation – Prepare vehicles for MOT testing to meet all regulatory standards.
• Parts Management – Order necessary parts to keep our operations seamless.
• Team Collaboration – Work well within the team and support apprentices in their growth.
• Detailed Record‑Keeping – Record time and details of all jobs carried out meticulously.
• Clean & Safe Environment – Maintain a clean workplace and adhere to health and safety policies.
• Customer Interaction – Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs and provide excellent service.
• Continuous Improvement – Participate in training and development programs to stay updated with the latest industry standards and technologies.
• Inventory Management – Assist in managing inventory levels to ensure availability of necessary parts and tools.
• Quality Control – Conduct quality checks to ensure all repairs and services meet the highest standards.

• Education & Experience – Qualified up to NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Maintenance or equivalent, or proven experience as an HGV Technician or in a similar vehicle maintenance role.
• Diagnostic Skills – Diagnostic skills and qualifications are desirable.
• Licensing – A valid Class 1 licence is desirable; we will provide training and support to help you obtain it.
• Technical Proficiency – Proficient in using hand tools and power tools.
• Communication – Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Competitive Salary: £43,713 per annum based on working 42.5 hours per week. Overtime is paid at an hourly rate of £29.67 per hour with 1.5 × Overtime available and paid hourly. You will receive £10.00 per shift when on standby rota basis. For each call‑out you will receive a £20.00 call‑out charge. Any hours worked on call‑out will be paid £29.67 per hour. Monthly courses for a variety of areas and additional holiday purchasing scheme are provided.

• Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Excellent holiday allowance.
• Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
• Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support program.

Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.

Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now. Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications. Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs – 17:00hrs. Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We’ll be in touch if we need you.

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