HGV Technician (Nightshift) - Newark

Fordandslatercorby; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading DAF truck dealer in Newark is looking for an experienced HGV Technician for a nightshift role. You will service and maintain trucks, perform fault diagnostics, and prepare vehicles for MOT. Previous experience in HGV or related sectors is essential. The position offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and extensive training programs.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime at premium rates

HGV driving licence training

22 days holiday

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced employer pension contribution

Life Insurance Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician / Mechanic in relevant sectors.
• Ideally have a qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately including job cards.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a variety of Trucks and Vehicles.
• Fault diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT.

Skills

HGV Technician experience

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Ability to participate in breakdowns

Computer literacy

Education

Qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Ford and Slater are one the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 850 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have an exciting position as an HGV Technician in the fantastic team at our DAF Trucks Depot in Newark. As an HGV Technician on nightshift,we can offer you:

• Competitive hourly rate depending on your HGV Technician experience
• Overtime at premium rates
• Excellent DAF HGV Technician Training & Development opportunities – in house and manufacturer’s
• HGV driving licence training after qualifying period
• 22 days holiday (excluding statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
• Employee Of The Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension (Enhanced Employer Contribution)
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Who are we looking for:

• You will have previous experience working as an HGV Technician / Mechanic within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector.
• Ideally have a qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Or a time served HGV Technician.
• 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.

The HGV Technician role / responsibilities include(but not limited to):

Servicing and maintaining a wide variety of Trucks and Vehicles. Fault Diagnostics. MOT Preparation. Mechanical and Electrical repairs. Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures and in a safe and responsible manner. Road test vehicle when required, subject to licence restrictions. Attend any technical or development training that is made available. Working Monday to Friday 9:15pm – 6:45am.

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 haven’t received a reply within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful.

Address Lincoln Road,
Winthorpe,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG24 2NZ

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