Are you a skilled Commercial Vehicle Technician looking for a role where your work truly makes a difference? This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing, forward-thinking company that values its people and offers genuine long-term career development.
We're currently recruiting a reliable, motivated, and hands-on Commercial Vehicle Technicianto join our client's team based in Southampton. This is a varied and active role - ideal for someone who thrives on practical work, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to be part of a supportive and experienced team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry out scheduled servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and trailers, ensuring compliance with DVSA and manufacturer standards.
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Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
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Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections, performing quality checks and ensuring all documentation is accurately completed.
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Attend roadside breakdowns and call-outs, providing safe on-site repair solutions or arranging vehicle recovery.
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Manage parts inventory and workshop records, ordering necessary parts and maintaining detailed job logs.
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Uphold high standards of workshop safety, cleanliness, and professionalism, including PPE use and adherence to health & safety regulations.
Ideal Candidate:
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, City & Guilds, or similar - apprentice-trained individuals with proven hands-on experience are very welcome
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Valid HGV (LGV) driving licence, with a full UK licence held for at least 1 year; ability to safely drive company vehicles around depots or yards is essential
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Own reliable transport for commuting to the workshop and various job locations.
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Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional attitude in all client interactions
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Strong understanding of manual handling and heavy lifting procedures, including use of mechanical aids to prevent injury
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Health and safety champion: committed to safe working practices, PPE compliance, and a clean and organised work environment
Benefits:
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Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 24-25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
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Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a Local Government Pension Scheme, offering long-term financial planning.
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Employee Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts and staff benefit schemes, enhancing your purchasing power.
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Flexible Working Policies: Benefit from flexible working and family-friendly policies, supporting your personal commitments.
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Winter Earnings Uplift: Earn up to £3,000 OTE during the winter months (October-April), boosting your income during peak season.
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Overtime Opportunities: Take advantage of overtime availability, subject to workload, to increase your earnings.#
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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Please call the team on 02380 678088 02380 678088 " 02380 678088 or email southampton@driverhire.co.uk
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