Job Description & How to Apply Below
HGV Technician - Reading
Salary up to £23 per hour dependent upon skill set & experience!
£2000 SIGNING BONUS! (direct candidates only)
Covering a rotating shift - Monday to Friday
0600hrs to 1430hrs/1430hrs to 2300hrs
Join the Global Leader in Truck Innovation – Volvo Trucks Reading is Hiring!
OWN YOUR FUTURE WITH VOLVO TRUCK & BUS
At Volvo Truck and Bus, we’re looking for skilled and ambitious HGV Technicians to join our growing team!
This is more than just a job, it’s a long-term career path with world class training, clear development pathways, and the opportunity to work with one of the most respected brands in the industry
Why join us?
At Volvo Truck & Bus we invest heavily in our technicians. Here’s just some of the training we can offer you:
* Electrics Level 1 & 2
* E-Mobility Training (future-focused EV systems)
* Oscilloscope Diagnostics Training
* Technicians are trained to a minimum Volvo Bronze Level
* Opportunities to progress to Silver, and Gold Level accreditation
We can offer you
* overtime @ time and a half Mon to Sat and double time Sunday and bank hols
* Generous pension plan
* Enhanced paternity/maternity leave
* health cash plan with access to dental insurance
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service
* savings and discounts for you, your family and friends on many high st retailers, holidays, hotels, gym memberships plus much more
Who are you?
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
* Previous experience working as an HGV Technician (Volvo experience is a plus but not essential)
* Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
* A full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential)
What will you be doing
* Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures, safely and responsibly
* Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate
* Assist in the fault diagnosis process
* Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair
* Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted
* Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence)
* Assist with roadside breakdowns
* Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately
* Ensure service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions
Ready for the next move?
Be Part of the Volvo Difference
When you join Volvo Trucks, you’re not just starting a job — you’re joining a family of passionate professionals who are driving the future of transportation.
Apply today and take your career up a gear
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