We are currently recruiting for an experienced and highly motivated HGV Workshop Technician / Mechanic to join our team of highly skilled technicians.As the successful HGV Technician / Mechanic you will report to the Vehicle Maintenance Unit Manager and be a key member of the team. Working in a time critical distribution environment, your key accountabilities will include;* Servicing and maintaining DPD’s fleet of approximately 1500 Mercedes Benz tractor units and in 2700 trailers. * Fault Diagnostics on vehicles * MOT Preparation for the vehicles * Weekly/ monthly checks of HGV vehicles * Mechanical and Electrical repairs on vehicles * Since November 2022 over 60% of our HGV Fleet use Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO) Qualifications: About YouAs the successful candidate you will have had experience working within a similar Heavy Goods or Heavy Plant role, or have knowledge of yellow goods repairs. Ideally you will be Level 3 trained in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or be a time served technician.You will have knowledge of working on Mercedes, DAF, Dennis, Volvo and Renault vehicles.You must demonstrate the core values of DPD's DNA – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and AccountabilityIt would be advantageous if you were irtech licence qualified however this is not essential as we can provide further accreditation for this.A LGV Class 1 Driving Licence is desirable for this role but not essential. Additional Information: About our BenefitsWe recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…* Holiday trading * Enhanced maternity and paternity package * Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme * Health Kiosks visiting every location * Vitality at Work * Free On Site Parking * Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping * Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends * For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities. If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today