Multiskilled HGV Technician

Job Role:

Multiskilled HGV Technician

Location:

Manchester
Salary:
Up to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Overtime:
 
1.5x hourly rate Monday to Saturday
2x hourly rate Sundays and Bank Holidays

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch)

Role Overview :

Are you an HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a more varied and rewarding role?
Do you enjoy being hands-on, working outdoors and learning new skills rather than spending all day behind the wheel?
We are recruiting a Multiskilled HGV Technician to join a growing environmental services team based in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with HGV driving experience who wants a long-term career within environmental services, remediation, industrial cleaning, groundworks and infrastructure projects.
As a Multiskilled HGV Technician, you will combine HGV driving with practical site-based work, supporting environmental clean-ups, spill response activities, tank and interceptor installations, drainage works, industrial cleaning projects and remediation schemes.
No two days are the same, and full specialist training will be provided to help you develop into a highly skilled environmental services professional.

Key Responsibilities:

HGV Driving & Transport Operations
 
Operate company vehicles including HGV Class 2 tankers and specialist operational vehicles
Complete daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting
Ensure vehicles remain compliant, safe and roadworthy
Transport equipment, plant and materials to operational sites
Comply with drivers' hours regulations and transport legislation  Environmental & Industrial Services
 
Carry out high-pressure water jetting activities
Support environmental incident response and spill remediation works
Assist with industrial cleaning projects
Support tank and interceptor installation, maintenance and removal works
Carry out environmental clean-up and remediation activities
Assist with drainage and infrastructure projects  Groundworks & Site Support
 
Support excavation, reinstatement and groundwork activities
Assist with tank uplift and removal projects
Operate specialist plant and equipment where trained
Work alongside multidisciplinary site teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently  Health, Safety & Compliance
 
Follow RAMS, safe systems of work and company procedures
Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
Report hazards, incidents and near misses
Use PPE correctly and promote a strong safety culture  Customer Service & Teamwork
 
Communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders
Complete all operational documentation accurately
Support colleagues to ensure successful project delivery
Travel and work away from home where required

Essential Criteria :
 
HGV Class 2 Licence

Experience with in a practical, hands-on working environment
Knowledge of vehicle checks, compliance and defect reporting
Good understanding of RAMS and safe systems of work
Strong work ethic and willingness to undertake manual duties
Flexible approach to overtime and travel
Excellent communication skills
Full UK driving licence    
Desirable Criteria:
 
ADR Licence
Tanker driving experience
Groundworks experience
Remediation experience
Industrial cleaning experience
Plant operation experience
Environmental services experience
Utilities, civils or construction background    
Additional Information:
 
Based from the Manchester depot
UK-wide travel may be required depending on projects
Overnight stays may occasionally be required
Participation in emergency response and call-out activities may be required
Full training provided for successful candidates with the right attitude and transferable skills

How to Apply:

For more information or to apply for the Multiskilled HGV Technician role, please contact:
Robert Rowe
(phone number removed)
(url removed)