JB433: HGV Technician

Location: Reading

Salary: Up to £48,672 per annum

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Technician:

Performing major and minor repairs to heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles. Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services such as tyre rotation and oil changes. Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles. Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired or handled. Providing repair services to clients on the road in case of emergencies. Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management. Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Technician:

You will need to be level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and maintenance. You will need the ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards UK driving license for the relevant vehicle classes Benefits for the HGV Technician:

Overtime opportunities paid at X 1.5 basic hourly rate 20 days of annual leave per year Four times death in service benefit Branded uniform and boot allowance Working for Motor Trader’s ‘Employer of the Year’. Working for an official Great Place to Work™️ and UK Best Workplace. Working for a Best UK Workplace for Wellbeing and Development. Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS) Working with our award-winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process. Recipients of the Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS) Working with our award-winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process. Auto-enrolment pension. Self-development journal Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay policies. Access to our wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, including WeCare from Canada Life (EAP and 24HR Online GP access and second Medical Opinion). Mental Health First Aiders. Reward and recognition programmes, including our annual Group Awards and opportunities to attend the Wembley box as a celebration of your hard work and dedication. Annual appraisals programme and progression opportunities. Manufacturer training and access to our in-house training. Long service recognition and annual leave increase after 5 years’ service. Charities of the Year programme, Army Sport sponsors and community engagement initiatives Location: Reading

Salary: Up to £48,672 per annum