LGV Technician
25 days ago
Colchester
LGV Technician Location: Colchester, UK Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Shifts: Monday to Friday | 06:00 16:00 or 08:00 18:00About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and motivated LGV Fitter to join our team based in Colchester. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Large Goods Vehicles (LGVs), ensuring vehicles remain safe, compliant, and operational.This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.What We Offer:Competitive salary of £40,000 £50,000 per annum , based on experienceOvertime opportunitiesCompany vehicle provided including home-to-work usageSupportive working environment20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service up to a maximum of 25 daysCompany pension schemeFull training provided to achieve MOT Class 7 qualificationOnline GP ServicesEmployee Assistance Programme providing free, professional and confidential 24/7 supportDeath in Service benefitCycle to Work schemeEmployee referral schemeEmployee recognition and discount platformUniform provided including overallsOngoing training and development opportunitiesKey Responsibilities: Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and inspections on LGVsDiagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faultsConduct preventative maintenance to minimise vehicle downtimePrepare vehicles for MOT testing and support compliance requirementsComplete repairs efficiently and safely to manufacturer and industry standardsMobile work involved, travelling to customer locations where requiredAccurately complete service reports, inspection records, and job documentationEnsure compliance with health and safety procedures at all timesMaintain a professional approach when representing the business on customer sitesRequirements: Previous experience working as an LGV Fitter, HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, or similar positionStrong fault-finding and diagnostic abilitiesExperience carrying out servicing and repairs independentlyGood understanding of DVSA standards and vehicle maintenance requirementsComfortable travelling to customer sites when requiredFull UK Driving Licence (essential)Class 1 / C+E Licence advantageous but not essentialNVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent experience preferredWhy Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive business that values its employees, invests in development, and provides long-term career opportunities within a professional and growing team.TPBN1_UKTJ