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HGV Technician
- blaby, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
Our client is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join their established team in Huncote, Leicestershire. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a HGV Technician with extensive mechanical and electrical diagnostic experience to work across a diverse range of vehicles and equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of up to £23.00 depending on experience
- 47.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with negotiable start times for early or late shifts
- Company pension scheme
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Life insurance at three times annual salary
- Birthday leave
- Free on-site parking
- Uniform provided
- Learning and development opportunities
- Opportunities for career progression
- Working on a variety of vehicles including HGVs, trailers, and plant equipment
Duties of a HGV Technician
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults on HGVs, trailers, and plant machinery
- Servicing and preventative maintenance, including six-weekly inspections
- Conducting MOT preparation and repairs
- Repairing telehandlers, loading shovels, excavators, and access platform cherry pickers
- Attending breakdowns and performing roadside diagnostics on a rota basis
- Maintaining accurate records of work, parts used, and time allocated
- Communicating effectively with colleagues and clients regarding repairs, parts, and timings
- Adhering to health and safety protocols at all times
Requirements of a HGV Technician
- Minimum 4 years' practical experience as an HGV and/or plant mechanic
- Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
- Experience working on multi-brand vehicles
- IRTEC certification (desirable but not essential)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Dependable with a professional work ethic
- Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn new skills and develop professionally
- Desirable qualifications include welding, fabrication, hydraulic systems knowledge, and experience with hydraulic or RORO equipment