Lead HGV Trailer & Tanker Technician needed in Knottingley
Salary: Up to £42,000 per year
Hours: Day Shift: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:30
Benefits: Private healthcare, pension scheme, life assurance, 23+ days holiday, referral scheme, ongoing trainingAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV Tanker Technician to join a leading transport solutions provider in Knottingley in a Senior position. This Lead HGV Tanker Technician role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to work with a highly skilled team in a modern workshop environment where you can progress into a senior role within a productive environment.
As a Lead HGV Trailer & Tanker Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, inspecting, and repairing trailers to ensure they meet safety and compliance standards and will act as a lead in aiding other technicians in the workshop. You will also diagnose and resolve issues using EBS systems (HALDEX, WABCO, KNORR BREMSE) and participate in industry training.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Technicians in your Team in a Productive setting
Carry out inspections, servicing, and repairs on HGV tankers.
Diagnose and repair EBS system faults.
Complete all compliance documentation accurately.
Follow health & safety regulations.
Attend industry training courses to enhance your technical skills.What’s on Offer?:
Competitive salary: Up to £42,000 per year.
Flexible shifts: Choose between Day Shift (Monday – Friday).
23+ days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell extra days).
Private healthcare for you and the option to add family members.
Company pension scheme and life assurance (3x salary).
Ongoing training & development, including IRTEC, BPW & SAF axle/brake training.Requirements:
Experience working with semi-trailers or heavy vehicles.
Industry qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQs).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
IRTEC accreditation. Desired, but not essential.
EBS diagnostics experience (Knorr Bremse, Haldex, WABCO).
Welding certification.
Experience with axle manufacturers (BPW, SAF, JOST).
Tail lift & double-deck maintenance experience.If you are interested in hearing more about this Lead HGV Trailer & Tanker Technician role, or others we have in Knottingley or the Leeds area, please do not hesitate to contact Rose Bourke at Perfect Placement today.
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