HGV Technician

Location: Three Mile Cross

HGV Technician
- Permanent/Full Time

Location:

Reading Salary: £45,000 Basic Salary  £3,000 Shift Allowance  Productivity Bonus and Overtime | Realistic OTE £64,000

Hours:

40 Hours Per Week, Alternating Early and Late Shifts, 1 in 3 Saturdays Job Reference: 30932 Shift Pattern:
Early

Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 3:00pm Late

Shift: Monday to Friday, 1:00pm - 10:00pm 1-Hour Unpaid Lunch Break 1 in 3 Saturdays, 7:00am - 12:00pm Why Apply £45,000 Basic Salary with Realistic OTE of £64,000 Additional £3,000 Annual Late Shift Allowance Productivity Bonus of £6,000 Per Year, Paid Quarterly Overtime Paid at 1.5x Hourly Rate Regular Weekday and Weekend Overtime Opportunities 30 Days Annual Leave Including Bank Holidays Additional Holiday Entitlement Increasing with Service Option to Purchase Up to 3 Additional Holiday Days Manufacturer Training and Development Programmes Additional Qualifications Including Tachograph and HGV Class 1 or 2 Management Development and Career Progression Opportunities Company Pension Scheme and Employee Accident Policy Comprehensive Tool Insurance Company Uniform and PPE Provided Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Free Class IV MOT Each Year £1,500 Employee Referral Bonus 2 Weeks Full Paternity Pay Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health First Aiders Free On-Site Parking Opportunity to

Join an Established Family-Run Business HGV Technician Role Carry out servicing, routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on commercial vehicles Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults Complete vehicle inspections and identify additional repair requirements Carry out preventative maintenance to ensure vehicle reliability and safety Diagnose faults across braking, steering, suspension and engine systems Use workshop diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify vehicle faults Complete repairs and maintenance in line with manufacturer guidelines Ensure vehicles meet required roadworthiness and safety standards Maintain accurate job cards and workshop documentation Work closely with other Technicians and workshop management Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship Follow workshop Health and Safety procedures HGV Technician Requirements Previous experience as an HGV Technician, LGV Technician, PSV Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent would be advantageous Time-served Technicians with at least 5 years of relevant experience will also be considered Strong experience carrying out commercial vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs Good mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills Experience diagnosing faults on heavy commercial vehicles Ability to work independently and as part of a workshop team Strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship Willingness to work alternating early and late shifts Full Driving Licence Required Must have the right to work in the UK

How to Apply

If you're interested in this HGV Technician vacancy in Reading, please submit your CV or contact Octane Recruitment for further information. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Consultant: T'Don Kennedy
- Octane Recruitment TDVT Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff. We also recruit for similar positions including HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, LGV Technician, PSV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician, HGV Fitter, Fleet Technician and Workshop Technician roles across the UK.