Driver Hire Southampton are currently recruiting a hands-on HGV Technician to join our client's team based in Bishops Waltham.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintaining a fleet of heavy goods vehicles, light good vehicles to the highest standards
* Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections, performing quality checks and ensuring all documentation is accurately completed.
* Attend roadside breakdowns and call-outs, providing safe on-site repair solutions or arranging vehicle recovery
* Uphold high standards of workshop safety, cleanliness, and professionalism, including PPE use and adherence to health & safety regulations
Ideal Candidate:
* NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance City & Guilds (apprentice-trained individuals with proven hands-on experience are very welcome)
* Valid HGV Licence
* Own reliable transport for commuting to the workshop and various job locations.
* Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional attitude in all client interactions
* Health and safety champion: committed to safe working practices, PPE compliance, and a clean and organised work environment
Benefits:
* Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 24-25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
* Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a Local Government Pension Scheme, offering long-term financial planning.
* Employee Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts and staff benefit schemes, enhancing your purchasing power
* Winter Earnings Uplift: Earn up to £3,000 OTE during the winter months (October-April)
This is a temporary-to-permanent role, with the potential to become permanent, based on mutual satisfaction with job performance and client fit.
Driver Hire is an agency which provides staff cover to a range of companies within the local area. As we have such a variety of work on offer, we can accommodate those only wishing to work the odd day here or there or indeed on a more full-time basis.
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