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HGV TECHNICIAN
Ford and Slater are one the UKs largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have vacancies for HGV Technician's working various shifts at our Birtley dealership.
As an HGV Technician, we can offer you:
Excellent hourly rate (depending on your HGV Technician experience and working pattern)
Overtime at premium rates
Excellent DAF Training & development opportunities in house and manufacturers
HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
22 days holiday (pro-rata, excluding statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
Employee Of The Month Competition
Employee Assistance Program
Career Progression Opportunities
Pension (Enhanced Employer Contribution)
Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Who are we looking for as an HGV Technician: Ideally, you will have the following skills but training will be provided:
Previous experience working as a Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
If you are a Light Commercial or Car Mechanic who would like to transfer your skills then we can offer you training to become a HGV Technician.
Ideally have served a recognised apprenticeship or training programme.
Qualified to Level 3 (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Excellent technical knowledge ensuring maintenance and repairs are carried out to manufacturers procedures.
Sound knowledge to accurately diagnosis faults.
Carry safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's.
Ability to participate in breakdowns.
Skills to follow company processes for completing all paperwork including accurate completion of job cards and service records.
General level of computer literacy is advantageous.
Full UK driving licence.
Shifts to suit
4 on 4 off days
Nightshift 4 on 3 off
The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Carry out safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT's. Fault Diagnostics. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions.
Apply today to start your journey with Ford & Slater
No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you havent received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.
