HGV Technician - Reading
Automotive & Transport Services · Vehicle Service & Repair · Automotive Technician · Automotive Repair
In short
Volvo Truck and Bus is seeking skilled HGV Technicians for their Reading location. The role offers competitive hourly pay up to £23, a £2000 signing bonus, and comprehensive training programs, including on E-Mobility and diagnostics. This full-time, on-site position involves performing repairs, assisting with diagnostics, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
Responsibilities
- Ensure repairs are carried out according to 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
- 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
- Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate
- Support the development of young trainees and apprentices
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
- Previous experience working as an HGV Technician
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- A proactive attitude with a focus on customer service and safety
- A full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential)
Desired Qualifications
- Volvo experience is a plus but not essential
Benefits
- £2000 signing bonus for direct candidates
- Salary up to £23 per hour dependent upon skill set & experience
- Overtime @ time and a half Mon to Sat and double time Sunday and bank hols
- Inhouse training with career progression at Reading's own training school
- Electrics Level 1 & 2 training
- E-Mobility Training
- Oscilloscope Diagnostics Training
- Technicians trained to a minimum Volvo Bronze Level, with opportunities to progress to Silver and Gold Level accreditation
- Generous pension plan
- Enhanced paternity/maternity leave
- Health cash plan with access to dental insurance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service
- Savings and discounts for you, your family and friends on many high st retailers, holidays, hotels, gym memberships plus much more
- Referral scheme earn £1000 for any successful candidate you refer within UK
- Cycle to work scheme
- Career development opportunities
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Company
Volvo Group
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Reading, United Kingdom
Qualification
Diploma
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