HGV Technician

Description:

HGV Technician
Location: Middlesbrough
Full Time | Permanent
Shift Pattern: 4 On, 4 Off - Days Only

The Opportunity
Wolviston Management Services are pleased to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an experienced HGV Technician to join their established Commercial Vehicle Services team in Middlesbrough.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified HGV Technician to join a well-established organisation operating within the transport, logistics and heavy industrial sector.
Working within a busy commercial vehicle workshop, you will be responsible for maintaining both company-owned and customer vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and fully compliant with DVSA standards.
With a 4 on, 4 off day-shift pattern, this position offers an attractive working arrangement alongside a strong benefits package and a varied workload.
The Role
As HGV Technician, you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics and repairs across a range of commercial vehicles and associated equipment.
Key responsibilities will include:

Carrying out routine inspections and preventative maintenance
Completing MOT preparation in accordance with DVSA requirements
Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle defects
Investigating and resolving service and driver-reported faults
Using diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify technical issues
Accurately completing inspection sheets, job sheets and maintenance records
Recording labour time and parts used to support accurate job costing
Ensuring vehicles are maintained to the required safety and operational standards
Working to planned maintenance schedules and agreed timescales
Maintaining high standards of health, safety and workshop housekeeping About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in HGV Service & Maintenance
Previous experience maintaining and repairing HGVs
Good knowledge of DVSA inspection and maintenance standards
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities
Experience using vehicle diagnostic equipment - specific system training can be provided
The ability to manage your own workload with minimal supervision
Good communication and organisational skills
A strong understanding of health and safety within a workshop environment
The ability to work effectively to planned maintenance schedules and deadlines Advantageous Experience
While not essential, experience or qualifications in the following would be beneficial:

HGV driving licence
Forklift certification
Hydraulics
Fabrication and welding What's on Offer?
Alongside a competitive package, you will have access to a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

4 on, 4 off - days only shift pattern
Company pension
Health cash plan and employee discounts
Holiday scheme
Cycle to work scheme
On-site gym
Free fitness classes
Free parking
Health and wellbeing programmes
Employee referral programme
Company events This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician looking to join an established operation offering a strong work-life balance, varied workload and long-term career opportunity