HGV Technician

HGV Technician at Calor Gas Ltd

Salary (OTE): circa £62,680

Location: Stanford-le-Hope (On-Site Workshop)

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am – 3pm
• Back Shift: Monday to Friday, 1pm – 10pm
• Overtime – Saturday Mornings: 6am – 12 noon
• On-Call rota: 1 in 4 weeks (Additional payment for on call)

• £5,000 Sign‑On Bonus – paid after successful completion of a 3‑month settling‑in period.
• First‑Year OTE of circa £62,680 (base salary, expected overtime, annual bonus, and sign‑on bonus).
• Annual Bonus (£2,000) – recognises ongoing personal and team contribution to fleet safety and operation.
• Expected Overtime Earnings (£7,500) – paid at 1.5x hourly rate, subject to business need.
• Industry‑Leading Training: from LPG to IRTEC to obtaining your HGV licence.
• Private medical insurance (including discounted family cover).
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Holiday days scheme – option to buy additional annual leave.
• Pension scheme – matched contributions (4.5% rising to 7.5% after completing the settling‑in period).
• Life assurance (4x salary) & income protection.
• Retail discounts & discounted Calor gas & appliances.
• On‑site car parking.

At Calor, HGV Technicians are the heartbeat of our operation. We rely on our fleet to keep homes warm and businesses running, especially during the peak winter season. Your expertise ensures safety, readiness, and reliability for our customers year‑round. Join a team that values camaraderie, support, and teamwork, and be part of a company that invests in your future through specialist training and recognised qualifications.

Essential: Qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

• Knowledge of vehicle systems, trailers, plant, and workshop equipment.
• Strong diagnostic skills with a safety‑first mindset.
• Team player with good communication and organisational skills.
• Desirable (but not essential, as we will help you obtain these): HGV C licence and ADR.

• Structured training, including in‑house programmes such as LPG Basics, Wheel Security, Basic Electrics, etc.
• Specialist outsourced training such as IRTEC Inspection, ADR (Class 2 – Gases), Safe Loading Pass, and the opportunity to gain your Category (Class 1 &
  2) C + E licence.
• Ongoing opportunities to upskill in tank testing, confined space, product‑specific training, and more.
• Maintaining quality tools is important for safety and performance. If a tool is no longer performing as expected, worn or damaged tools can be replaced at the discretion of your manager, helping you stay efficient and safe.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start your journey with Calor.