Permanent
Vehicle Technician
Southampton

223966333
Posted Yesterday
We''re currently recruiting a hands-on Commercial Vehicle Technician to join our client''s team based in Bishops Waltham.
Basic hours per week: 37 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 to 16:30 Fridays: 8:00 to 16:00
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintaining a fleet of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), light good vehicles (LGVs) and cars to the highest standards
- Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections, performing quality checks and ensuring all documentation is accurately completed.
- Attend roadside breakdowns and call-outs, providing safe on-site repair solutions or arranging vehicle recovery
- Uphold high standards of workshop safety, cleanliness, and professionalism, including PPE use and adherence to health & safety regulations
Ideal Candidate:
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, City & Guilds, or similar - apprentice-trained individuals with proven hands-on experience are very welcome
- Valid HGV Licence - NEWLY QUALIFIED WELCOME!
- Own reliable transport for commuting to the workshop and various job locations.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional attitude in all client interactions
- Health and safety champion: committed to safe working practices, PPE compliance, and a clean and organised work environment
Benefits:
- Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 24-25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a Local Government Pension Scheme, offering long-term financial planning.
- Employee Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts and staff benefit schemes, enhancing your purchasing power
- Winter Earnings Uplift: Earn up to -3,000 OTE during the winter months (October-April)
- -2000 additional annual Market supplement available for those holding an Automotive industry recognised Level 4 Advanced vehicle diagnostics qualification
This is a temporary-to-permanent role, with the potential to become permanent, based on mutual satisfaction with job performance and client fit.
Driver Hire is an agency which provides staff cover to a range of companies within the local area. As we have such a variety of work on offer, we can accommodate those only wishing to work the odd day here or there or indeed on a more full-time basis.
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