HGV Technician - 1406

React Recruitment Ltd; Heathrow (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and incentive schemes

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution up to 5%

Life assurance

Further education assistance

Job summary

React Recruitment Ltd is looking for qualified HGV Technicians for their client in Heathrow, Florida. You will be responsible for servicing, maintenance, and repair of Heavy Goods Vehicles, ensuring all work complies with safety standards.

This role involves working rotating shifts, with overtime available on weekends. The position offers benefits including private medical insurance, pension contribution, and further education assistance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician or similar role.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for servicing, maintenance, and repair of Heavy Goods Vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Carry out repairs on engines and transmissions.
• Complete routine maintenance and preventative servicing.
• Maintain accurate service records.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

HGV licence (desirable)

FLT licence (desirable)

Job description

Our established client is seeking qualified HGV Technicians

Location: Heathrow, UB3

Hours: rotating shifts 6am to 3.30pm and 1.30pm to 10pm

42.5 hour week, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

OT available at weekends

Benefits

Competitive salary disclosed on initial phone call

Overtime rates up to 130%

• Bonus and incentive schemes
• Private medical insurance
• Pension contribution up to 5%
• Life assurance
• Further education assistance and ongoing training

Responsibilities

In the role of HGV Technician, you will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, and repair of Heavy Goods Vehicles, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using specialist diagnostic equipment
• Carry out repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, and suspension systems
• Complete routine maintenance and preventative servicing
• Perform inspections and post-repair testing
• Maintain accurate service records and job documentation
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards
• Participate in breakdown cover rota when required

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician or similar role
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• HGV licence and FLT licence desirable but not essential