HGV Technician

Walton, Aberdeen City
11 months ago
Applications closed

HGV Technician

Aberdeen

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FULLY SKILLED HGV TECHNICIAN TO ADD SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE TO OUR WORKSHOP DIVISION.

Working over five days, shift types and start and finish times can be flexible/negotiable.

Current opportunities for HGV Technicians:

HGV Technician Dayshift - Based out of Aberdeen. Basic salary is £40,185pa based on 40 hours per week. OVERTIME PAID AT X 1.5 = £28.98ph. You will receive £10.00 when on standby rota basis. For each call out you will receive £20.00 call out charge. Any hours worked on a call out, you will receive £28.98ph.

HGV Technician Backshift - Based out of Aberdeen. Basic salary is £43,305pa based on 40 hours per week. OVERTIME PAID AT X 1.5 = £31.23ph. You will receive £10.00 when on standby rota basis. For each call out you will receive £20.00 call out charge. Any hours worked on a call out, you will receive £31.23ph.

The position of HGV Technician involves:

Diagnosing and fault finding of any issues with the vehicles and trailers using latest diagnostic equipment.
Ensure all vehicles & trailers are maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, especially in relation to oil change parameters.
Ensure all parts are booked out correctly.
Ensure all legal documents are filled out accurately and on time and are readily available for processing.
Booking out time for each job that is carried out and the relevant paperwork given to the Workshop Controllers.
Ensure that best practice is always employed in relation to component replacement; repair duration; document completion.
Provide support and assist the Fleet Workshop office staff to meet and surpass all agreed targets.
Maintain a clean and tidy workplace environment.
Due to the nature of the role, Health and Safety and Safe Systems of work are paramount. You must ensure that you are following the company's health and safety policy at all times.

Essential skills required for HGV Technician:

Qualified HGV Technician up to Level 3 (Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and repair).
HGV Class 1 CE licence beneficial.
3 years previous experience required.
Intuitive diagnostic skills.
Ability to carry out PMI to DVSA standards.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work to deadlines and under own initiative.

Why ARR Craib Ltd?

Salary for HGV Technician depends on shifts and hours worked.
Hours of work are any 5 days out of 7, start and finish time can be discussed at interview.
Overtime is available and paid hourly.
Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
Retail discounts with Hapi*
Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
Christmas Savings Club*
Black Circle Tyre Discount*
Leading industry qualifications*
Employee Referral Scheme. This vacancy is entitled to scheme C*
Free Uniform.
Strong culture of team work.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

ARR Craib Transport Ltd require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for HGV Technician positions should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

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