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.
Duties and Responsibilities for the Van Technician:
1. Perform major and minor repairs to light commercial vehicles, trailers, and other vehicles.
2. Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance (e.g. oil changes, tyre rotations).
3. Maintain a clean and organised workshop, ensuring safety standards are upheld.
4. Collaborate with repair teams to diagnose faults and plan effective repairs.
5. Maintain accurate records of all vehicles serviced or repaired.
6. Provide roadside repair support in emergency situations.
7. Complete documentation and escalate warranty claims as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications for the Van Technician:
8. Essential Qualification: Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or IMI in LCV Vehicle Repair & Maintenance.
9. Experience: Diagnostic, service, and repair experience required.
10. Compliance: Must be able to identify worn or faulty components per DVSA standards.
11. Driving Licence: Full UK licence for relevant vehicle classes.
Benefits for the Van Technician:
12. Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
13. Saturdays paid at overtime rate
14. A day off for your birthday
15. Business closure between 24–27 December 2025
16. 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
17. Four times death in service benefit
18. Branded uniform and boot allowance
19. Auto-enrolment pension
20. Enhanced maternity & paternity policies
21. Access to wellness and employee assistance programmes (EAP, 24/7 Online GP, mental health support)
22. Toolbox insurance
23. Annual appraisals and defined career progression
24. Long service recognition with increased leave after 5 years
25. Reward & recognition programmes including annual awards
26. Manufacturer and in-house training opportunities
27. Officially recognised as a Great Place to Work, including awards for Wellbeing and Development
28. Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant
Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE. OTE £48,000 per annum (overtime paid at X 1.5 basic hourly rate)