HGV Technician

HGV Technician | Work for a leading automotive company with an OTE of £52,000 in Reading.

Job Title:

HGV Technician

Location:

Reading

Hours:

40 Hours (Multiple Shifts Available)

Employer:

Main Dealer
Salary: £45,000 (£52k OTE)

Are you an experienced, Level 3 qualified HGV Technician looking for a stable role with a focus on premium vehicles? This is your chance to join a leading team in Reading where your skills in major and minor repairs on Mercedes-Benz trucks will secure you a fantastic salary and benefits package.

The Rewards:
Salary & Benefits

Earning Potential:
Competitive basic salary of £45,000 with realistic on-target earnings (OTE) up to £52,000.

Time Off & Security: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a day off for your Birthday, and Death in Service benefit.

Wellbeing:
Comprehensive wellness program and Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), including 24HR Online GP access.

Perks & Training:
Access to 100s of employee perks on Perkbox, branded uniform, and long service recognition.

Future Focus:
Auto-enrolment pension and enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies.

Your Role as an HGV Technician in Reading

As a key HGV Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of the Mercedes-Benz fleet. You will be a vital member of the team, carrying out both routine and complex repair work in Reading.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform major and minor repairs, general preventive maintenance, and regular inspections on trucks.

Work closely with the repair teams to help diagnose faults and plan effective repairs.

Maintain accurate records of repaired vehicles using appropriate workshop systems (Keyloop/Kerridge).

Carry out essential tasks such as wheel alignment and tyre fitting.

What You Need to Be a Successful Mechanic

We are seeking a proactive HGV Mechanic and dedicated Technician for this specialized HGV Technician position in Reading.

You must be Level 3 qualified (NVQ, City and Guilds, or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.

Proven experience carrying out diagnostic and service repairs is essential.

Ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with DVSA Standards.

Must hold a current, full UK driving licence for the relevant vehicle classes.

If you are interested please contact Alfie on (phone number removed) quoting job number (phone number removed) / INDAUTO

At Platinum we recruit for specialist engineering roles across vital industries: HGV, Automotive, Plant, Waste & Recycling, Agriculture, Generators, and Cranes & Lifting.

If your background isn't directly in this sector or, if this role isn't right for you, your technical skills are likely transferable so we still encourage you to get in touch;
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