HGV Technician / Foreman

Walker Movements Ltd is an unrivaled leader in the trucking industry. At Walker Movements we provide high-quality, cost-effective commercial vehicles worldwide. Over the past 30 years our family-owned business has built itself an excellent reputation. We’ve now sold more than 26,000 trucks and have an ever-growing base of over 16,000 happy customers across 65 countries. Our 21-acre premises are just off the M1 motorway, 3 miles from junction 24. Not only do we have modern facilities for our customers, but we also have a fully equipped workshop and brand new offices for the staff too. To keep up with our continued growth, we are looking for HGV Technicians to join our expanding team.

Qualifications / Requirements

• As a HGV Fitter, you will be based in a busy workshop environment where you will be required to undertake all levels of maintenance and repairs as well as diagnostics
• Ideally have CAT C & E License
• Maintaining and repairing vehicles and trailers in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current legislation
• Routine vehicle maintenance to VOSA/DVSA standards
• Preparation and presentation of vehicles and trailers for annual MOT inspection
• Diagnosis of vehicles using computer based diagnostic equipment
• Experience of working on wide range of heavy commercial vehicles and trailers is ideal and knowledge of electrics and hydraulics would be an advantage
• Good housekeeping routines to meet health & safety requirements and maintain a safe workplace
• Ensure all paperwork is completed to a high standard
• Utilise all personal protective equipment as necessary
• Cover the Workshop Manager’s duties when required
• Support the Workshop Manager with the day to day running of the Workshop team and duties

What we offer

• We offer a competitive salary of £18.75 per hour (with overtime at £28.13 per hour)
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays rising to 25 days with service (holiday pay is based on average earnings)
• Pension scheme
• Free workplace parking
• Overalls and boots supplied
• Regular company BBQ’s and events
• Employment referral scheme
• Annual contribution towards training

Working Hours

The position is a full-time permanent role

• Week 1: 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 8.00am to 1.00pm
• Week 2: 9.00am – 6.00pm Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 1.00pm Saturday

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person