HGV Technician - Perth

About the role

Volvo Group is recruiting an HGV Technician in Perth. Technicians carry out regular MOT service inspections on a wide range of truck manufacturers, find faults and carry out repairs on engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension and other systems, following Volvo procedures. The role suits experienced heavy vehicle maintenance professionals, and full product training on the modern fleet is provided.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out regular MOT service inspections on trucks from various manufacturers
• Fault find and repair engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension and other systems
• Carry out repairs to a high standard according to Volvo procedures, safely and responsibly
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process
• Service customer vehicles and complete service sheets
• Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence)
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Process job paperwork accurately and report all vehicle defects
• Keep workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean and well maintained
• Support the development of trainees and apprentices

Required profile

• A Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• Previous experience working on HGVs or an apprenticeship in the HGV industry
• Experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician is highly relevant
• Transferable expertise from PSV Technician, PCV Mechanic, Bus and Coach Technician or Heavy Plant Mechanic roles is welcomed, with full product training provided

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus overtime, bonus and a £1,000 signing-on bonus (£500 after 6 months, £500 after 1 year)
• Up to 33 days holiday, including Bank Holidays
• Savings and discounts on retailers, holidays, hotels and gym memberships
• Quarterly company bonus scheme up to 5%
• Contributory pension, health cash plan and life insurance
• Renault car discount and electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Maternity and adoption leave and paternity leave

Shift pattern: day shift Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm (Thursday) and 3.30pm (Friday); back shift Monday to Friday, 2.30pm to 11.00pm. Applications are made through the employer; applications by mail are not accepted.