HGV Technician
HGV Technician
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£40658/annum
Category
Engineering
Job Description
HGV Technician Shift: Monday-Friday Days -37.5 hours -£20.85 per hour – Market Leading Benefits Location: Gateshead Salary: £40,658 - £20.85 per hour About your new company We are working with one of the UK`s leading Emergency Services who are looking to recruit an experienced HGV Technician to look after their fleet of HGV`s. They offer an excellent work/life balance, market leading benefits and a great hourly rate as well as a guaranteed stream of constant work. About your new HGV Technician role • Undertake maintenance of the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft. • Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects. • Prepare vehicles for MOT. The successful HGV Technician will have • A time served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance • Proven experience in a work environment of diagnosing and rectifying faults including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant. • Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS and traction control systems • Ability to fabricate basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood. • Excellent communication and IT skills • Ability to work consistently and to deadlines whilst producing good quality work. The successful HGV Technician will receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Generous pension scheme Access to a range of education and development opportunities Access to free eye tests Flexible working policies Flexi-time Car lease scheme Cycle to work scheme High street and online discounts Up to 52 weeks maternity leave 2 weeks paid paternity leave Active Inclusion Networks Employee health / wellbeing assistance programme Free on-site parking and gym Canteen facilities Paid leave for public duties Next steps If this sounds of interest or you are looking for advise on your next HGV Technician role, please contact: Chris Grimes at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) for further information