EY362 LCV Technician
Location: Heathrow
Salary: £20 per hour DOE
Hours: 37.5h: Monday to Friday. Either 08:00-16:00 or 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00. 1 in 4 Saturdays.
Overview
First Military Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established automotive business group. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Van Technician to join a highly reputable commercial vehicle dealership in the Heathrow area.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a business officially recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years. As part of the technical team, you will benefit from annual appraisals, ongoing manufacturer training, and clearly defined career development pathways.
Ex-military candidiates are encourraged to apply but all candidiates with relevent experience will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform major and minor repairs to light commercial vehicles, trailers, and other vehicles.
* Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance (e.g. oil changes, tyre rotations).
* Maintain a clean and organised workshop, ensuring safety standards are upheld.
* Collaborate with repair teams to diagnose faults and plan effective repairs.
* Maintain accurate records of all vehicles serviced or repaired.
* Provide roadside repair support in emergency situations.
* Complete documentation and escalate warranty claims as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications
* Essential Qualification: Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or IMI in LCV Vehicle Repair & Maintenance.
* Experience: Diagnostic, service, and repair experience required.
* Compliance: Must be able to identify worn or faulty components per DVSA standards.
* Driving Licence: Full UK licence for relevant vehicle classes.
Benefits
* Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
* Saturdays paid at overtime rate
* A day off for your birthday
* Business closure between 24–27 December 2025
* 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Four times death in service benefit
* Branded uniform and boot allowance
* Auto-enrolment pension
* Enhanced maternity & paternity policies
* Access to wellness and employee assistance programmes (EAP, 24/7 Online GP, mental health support)
* Toolbox insurance
* Annual appraisals and defined career progression
* Long service recognition with increased leave after 5 years
* Reward & recognition programmes including annual awards
* Manufacturer and in-house training opportunities
* Officially recognised as a Great Place to Work, including awards for Wellbeing and Development
* Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant