HGV Technician

HGV Technician
Shift: Tuesday to Friday Nights 9.30pm-7am
Hours: 36 hours per week
Rate: £20.35 per hour
Location: Washington
Overtime: Paid at enhanced rates

About your new company

My client is a well-established and highly respected transport business with a large commercial vehicle fleet. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join their busy workshop in Washington. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician looking for a four-night working week, overtime opportunities and a long-term position with a stable employer.

About your new HGV Technician role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a varied fleet of commercial vehicles, ensuring all vehicles are kept safe, reliable and fully roadworthy.
Your responsibilities will include:

Working as part of a skilled team of HGV Technicians
Carrying out all aspects of HGV vehicle maintenance and repair
Vehicle inspections and defect diagnosis
General servicing and preventative maintenance
Reactive maintenance and repairs
Fault finding and diagnostics
MOT preparation and presentation
Correction of running defects
Breakdown recovery and roadside repairs when required
Engine and gearbox repairs and overhauls
Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard
Working independently and using your own initiative when required

What the successful HGV Technician will have

A minimum of 3–5 years' post-qualification HGV experience
In-depth knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles
Recognised qualification such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or Time-served HGV Technicians will also be considered
Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
Ability to work unsupervised and manage your own workload
A reliable, professional and hardworking attitude
Class 1 HGV Licence desirable but not essential

The successful HGV Technician will receive

Tuesday to Friday night shift
36-hour working week
Overtime paid at enhanced rates
First-Time MOT Pass Bonus Scheme
Paid standby/on-call allowance
22.5 days annual leave to start, pro-rata
NEST pension scheme
Death in Service Benefit Scheme
Long-term permanent position
Excellent opportunity for career development

Next steps

If this sounds of interest, or you are looking for advice on your next HGV Technician role, please contact Chris at Kemp Recruitment on 07718937245 for further information.