Job Description

HGV Technician - Wilstead, Bedford

Salary up to 23 per hour + overtime available!

1,000 signing bonus (payable to direct applicants only after 6 months)

Shift pattern is

Monday to Friday 0600hrs - 1430hrs / 1430hrs - 2300hrs

with alternative

Saturday morning paid at overtime, time and a half.

We're looking for skilled and dedicated

HGV Technicians

to join our team. As a part of

Volvo Truck and Bus

, you'll play an essential role in ensuring that our vehicles continue to set the standard for reliability and performance on the road.

What we have to offer

Salary up to 23 per hour and 1000 joining Bonus.

Overtime at time and half Monday - Saturday. Double time on Sundays and bank holidays Generous Pension Plan Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Health cash plan- includes Access to dental insurance Ignition, our electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Enhanced holiday package 25 days raising to 30 days with service Employee savings and retail discounts Cycle to work scheme Support for you and your family through an online Wellbeing Centre Workwear provided
As an HGV technician, you will be joining our Service & Workshop team at our Volvo Truck and Bus Centre. Where you will be ensuring repairs are carried out according to Volvos Standards. Here at Volvo Trucks, we believe are at the forefront of Electromobility so you will also be working on a range of systems which include

alternative fuels such as LNG, hybrid and Full electric vehicles.

Don't worry if you don't have experience with these alternative systems. When joining you will be provided with a training path. Starting with an induction at the depot to foundations events which will take you through all systems you will be using. As well as a number of courses both online and in-person to develop your skills and support you in your new role. You can train to Master Technician you will receive

IMI Level 4 qualification.

Responsibilities

Ensure repairs are carried out according to the manufacturer's procedures, safely and responsibly Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate Assist in the fault diagnosis process Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair Assist with Action Service Europe when required Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence) Assist with roadside breakdowns Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately Ensure service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained Support the development of young trainees and apprentices

Skills/Qualifications

City and Guilds, an NVQ3 or equivalent qualification is required

You'll also have completed an apprenticeship in the HGV industry, or have equivalent experience, along with relevant experience in the commercial vehicle industry. A basic knowledge of computer software packages including Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred, as is a general level of computer literacy. we'd expect you to have a basic working knowledge of vehicle technology.

So, if you're genuinely excited by what we have on offer and know that you can further strengthen the Volvo Trucks team to make it even more of a success, then don't hesitate to get in touch with us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 23.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week

Additional pay:

Signing bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Please confirm your qualifications When are you available for interviews
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: wilstead