HGV Vehicle Technician

## HGV Vehicle Technician Apply remote type:
On-Site locations:
Reading areatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
July 31, 2026 (19 days left to apply) job requisition :
R30086
** If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
**** Role title:*
* ** HGV Vehicle Technician
**** Closing date:
** 30th July 2026
*
* Location:

*
* ** RG7 4PR
**, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
** free onsite parking**.
** Package:
Staring Salary £40,000** (depending on your suitability, qualifications & level of experience)
** Working pattern:
** AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
** Ready to play your part?
**** At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
** If you're a skilled Vehicle Technician looking for a role with real purpose, this could be your opportunity to make a difference.

We are currently seeking a
** Level 3 Vehicle Technician
** to join our team, responsible for maintaining and repairing AWE's White Fleet vehicles, plant and associated assets. This role also includes an
** on-call allowance
** and the opportunity to develop a broad range of technical skills through extensive training.
** Who are we looking for?
**** What will you be responsible for?
** As part of a small, dedicated team, you will:
* Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs on vehicles and equipment
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures, safe systems of work and health and safety requirements
* Support Logistics and Facilities Managers as required
* Maintain Licence Condition 28 by ensuring all relevant examinations, inspections, testing and maintenance activities are completed to the required standards
* Participate in the team's on-call rota
** We do need you to have the following:
** To be successful, you'll need:
* A recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship and
** City & Guilds Level 3 MVCS
** qualification or equivalent NVQ Level 3 in Light and Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
* Previous experience within a vehicle or fleet workshop environment
* LGV Licence Category
** C or C+E
** with relevant driving experience
* A willingness to learn new skills, undertake training and diversify within the role
* A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Comfort working in restrictive PPE and within hazardous environments when required
* Willingness to participate in on-call arrangements
** Desirable
* ** PCV Licence (or the ability and willingness to train and achieve this qualification)
* Driver CPC qualification
** Work hard, be rewarded:
**** We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:**
* ** 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.**
* ** Market leading contributory pension scheme** (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions)
* ** Family friendly policies:
** Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay
* Opportunities for
** Professional Career Development
** including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body
* ** Employee Assistance Programme
** and Occupational Health Services
* ** Life Assurance** (4 x annual salary)
* ** Discounts** – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
* ** Special Leave Policy
** including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring

The **'Working at AWE' page
** on our website is where you can find full details in the **'AWE Benefits Guide'.
** You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role **(more information on this can be found on our website)
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