HGV Technician

HGV Technician
Wimbledon, London, SW19

£15 per hour, Full Time Permanent

Due to the nature of the business, this is not a 9 to 5 role and you must have a flexible attitude to working hours


Our client is the largest independent haulage company in London and they are also part of the Pallet Track network as well as supplying many other clients. They have a very high spec fleet of vehicles that are use in order to run our very busy South London depot

As the only independent haulage company to gain FORS Gold accreditation they are proud of the high standards they have and expect of our fleet and staff and they now have an opportunity for a HGV Technician to join their team.

What will I be doing as a Heavy Goods Truck and Vehicle Fitter?
• Prepare for MOT trailers and other vehicles as required.
• Make repairs to bodywork on trailers and trucks.
• Service vehicles.
• Inspect vehicle on arrival and prepare a list of parts and then report to the Manager.
• Identify the parts from the parts catalogue and have the ability to order them.
• Inform the Transport Manager of the length of time jobs are likely to take.
• Assess H&S; issues related to the job and speak to Transport Manager about issues that you feel you need resolved before starting the job.
• Follow company H&S; procedures.
• Wear PPE as appropriate and keep it safe and replace as appropriate.
• Be aware that you are responsible for your own H&S; and that of others.
• Keep work area clean and tidy.
• Job sheets should be ongoing.

What skills and experience do I need to be considered?
• Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic / Fitter
• Qualifications desirable but not essential.
• ABS/EBS knowledge
• Tail lift knowledge beneficial
• Class 1 licence preferable but not essential
• Be able to work off a van to cover off site breakdowns.
• Be able to work on own initiative.



If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please click ‘Apply’. You will receive an email shortly after your application which you will need to read.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.