HGV Technician

Veolia is offering a full-time, permanent position for an HGV Technician in Rochester, with a salary of up to £47,840 per annum, including various bonuses and overtime rates. The role involves repairing and maintaining the Veolia fleet, conducting diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The company provides extensive benefits, including 25 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, free healthcare services, and training opportunities. Candidates are preferred to have NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification and a HGV driving licence, although training can be provided. A comprehensive tool kit is required.

*Salary: *Up to *£47840 *per annum broken down as *£22.50 p/h based on a 40 hour week*
*+ £0.50p/h HGV licence bonus *
*x1.25 overtime rate *
*x2 Sundays rate*
*x2 Bank Holiday working plus Veolia benefits. Also the following allowance*
*Sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000*
*What we can offer you;*
* 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
* Access to our people’s pension scheme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
* Volunteering days for community engagement
* Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
* Free physiotherapy service
* Free private GP consultation service appoints in 24hours for your household
* Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
* Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
* Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
* Cycle to work scheme
* Support in attaining a HGV Licence
* Learn and develop your skills on everything chassis and body related from Pneumatics, to hydraulics, to electrical systems and drive lines on our mixed fleet of vehicles
*Hours: *40 hours per week -Monday-Friday
*Location:* Rochester
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a HGV Technician at
Veolia no two days are the same, with multiple types of vehicles within our fleet.
Your role is pivotal, ensuring that we can continue to deliver our service across the UK. Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
*What will you be doing?*
* Repair and maintain the Veolia Fleet, 3rd party vehicles and plant in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
* Run diagnostics on vehicles using a range of equipment.
* Hydraulic, electrics, pneumatics diagnostics and repairs.
* Other general work as required by the Workshop Management Team.
* Work within Health & Safety regulations and be responsible for your safety and those around you.
* Ensure that all necessary paperwork, and time sheets are completed accurately.
* Carry out HGV MOT inspections and preparations. (IRTEC Licence preferred however we can provide training)
* Complete roadside repairs when necessary (Training to be provide)
*What we’re looking for;*
* Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter/HGV Technician ideally with an NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification.
* Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements
* Hold a HGV driving licence (Preferred but not essential).
* Supply your own comprehensive tool kit. (diagnostic equipment and specialised tools provided by Veolia)
If you are a skilled Technician we’d still love to hear from you. We can provide upskilling and develop you further once you’ve started with us.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £47,840.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Signing bonus
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Employee stock purchase plan
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Day shift
Work Location: In person