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HGV Technician

FORD & SLATER LIMITED
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire PE11 3ZN, England

Salary

£22 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Ford and Slater is seeking a Nightshift HGV Technician for their Spalding dealership, offering an excellent hourly rate based on experience.
  • The position requires previous experience as a Technician or Mechanic in related sectors and ideally a Level 3 qualification in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
  • Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge and the ability to diagnose faults, conduct safety inspections, and prepare vehicles for MOTs.
  • The role involves working four nights a week with an alternating shift pattern from 8 PM to 6:30 AM, along with opportunities for training and career progression.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the position offers premium overtime rates and various employee benefits including a pension and life insurance.

NIGHTSHIFT HGV TECHNICIAN (4 Nights per week)

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 a vacancy for a Nightshift HGV Technician at our Spalding dealership.

As a Nightshift HGV Technician,we can offer you:

Excellent hourly rate depending on experience

4 nights per week, Mon Thurs / Tues Fri

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

Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Who are we looking for as a Nightshift HGV Technician:

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.

Full UK driving licence.

Shift Pattern

Alternate weeks: Monday Thursday / Tuesday Friday, 8pm to 6:30am

The Nightshift 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.

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