HGV Technician

JB433: HGV Technician

Location:

Reading

Salary:
Up to £48,672 per annum

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Technician on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex‑military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

• Perform major and minor repairs to heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles.
• Perform regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services such as tyre rotation and oil changes.
• Maintain inventory in the workshop and keep cleanliness from oil spills and dust.
• Work with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles.
• Maintain records of vehicles that have been repaired or handled.
• Provide repair services to clients on the road in case of emergencies.
• Complete relevant documentation and paperwork as required and provide warranty claims or escalating them to higher management.

• Level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
• The ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards.
• UK driving licence for the relevant vehicle classes.

• Overtime opportunities paid at ×1.5 basic hourly rate.
• 20 days of annual leave per year.
• Four times death in service benefit.
• Branded uniform and boot allowance.
• Working for Motor Trader’s ‘Employer of the Year’.
• Working for an official Great Place to Work™ and UK Best Workplace.
• Working for a Best UK Workplace for Wellbeing and Development.
• Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS).
• Working with our award‑winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process.
• Auto‑enrolment pension.
• Self‑development journal.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay policies.
• Access to our wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, including WeCare from Canada Life (EAP and 24HR Online GP access and second medical opinion).
• Mental health first aiders.
• Reward and recognition programmes, including our annual Group Awards and opportunities to attend the Wembley box as a celebration of your hard work and dedication.
• Annual appraisal programme and progression opportunities.
• Manufacturer training and access to our in‑house training.
• Long service recognition and annual leave increase after 5 years’ service.
• Charities of the Year programme, Army Sport sponsors and community engagement initiatives.