HGV Technician
hace 4 días
Colnbrook
Location: Colnbrook Hours: Rotating shift pattern — Week 1: 6:30am–2:30pm | Week 2: 2:00pm–10:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Plus alternate Saturdays, 7:30am–12:00pm. Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for your next opportunity? Do you have strong diagnostic and mechanical skills and enjoy working in a busy, professional workshop environment? We are currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated HGV Technician to join an established commercial vehicle maintenance team based in Colnbrook. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team and play a key role in keeping a busy HGV fleet safe, reliable and operational. The Role Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs across a range of HGVs and commercial vehicles. Your responsibilities will include: • Carrying out inspections, servicing and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles., • Completing warranty work where required., • Preparing and presenting HGVs for annual MOT testing., • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults., • Identifying and accurately reporting vehicle defects., • Completing service documentation and job records in line with company procedures., • Following all health & safety procedures, risk assessments and Safe Operating Procedures., • Maintaining a clean, safe and professional workshop environment., • Supporting and mentoring apprentice technicians., • Providing roadside assistance when required and safe to do so., • Keeping technical knowledge and skills up to date through ongoing training., • Working flexibly to support operational requirements, including occasional cover at other sites. About You The successful candidate will ideally have: • City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3, NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent qualification in HGV maintenance., • Alternatively, 10+ years' relevant HGV maintenance experience will be considered., • A valid HGV licence, ideally minimum Class 2., • A valid digital tachograph card and Driver CPC., • Good knowledge of tachograph systems., • Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems., • Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills., • A strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices., • The ability to complete repairs efficiently and to a high standard., • Good written and verbal communication skills., • The ability to work independently and as part of a team., • A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take on new challenges., • Flexibility to work the required rotating shift pattern. The Opportunity This is a great opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician to join a well-established organisation and work as part of a professional and supportive workshop team. You'll have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, with the chance to build a long-term career within a growing and technically focused environment. If you're an experienced HGV Technician looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered
