HGV Technician

Braintree District Council have an exciting opportunity for an HGV Technician to join the Fleet Workshop team.

Schedule: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday

HGV Technician – Purpose of the Role:

We are looking to bring on an HGV Technician to provide high-quality maintenance of the Council's Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV), following DVSA standards and legal requirements. You will work efficiently as part of a team to maximise cost-effectiveness as well as vehicle efficiency and availability.

HGV Technician – Key Responsibilities:

Working in within the fleet workshop, you will form part of the team looking after the maintenance and servicing needs of the Council’s mixed fleet of heavy and light goods vehicles, plant and machinery.

One of your key responsibilities will be to ensure vehicles are serviced and maintained according to the schedule and to DVSA standards, manufacturer’s procedures, the Council’s Operators Licence and relevant legislation.

Other duties will include diagnostic work, preparation for MOT’s, running repairs, roadside breakdown and recovery, welding, completion of paperwork and accurate maintenance of records.

HGV Technician – You:

• Hold a recognised qualification in engineering or motor vehicle repair and maintenance OR relevant experience
• Valid category C driving licence (or willingness to achieve this within 6 months)
• Experience of repair and maintenance of a wide variety of HGV vehicles, ideally including refuse vehicles
• Self-motivated and can work unsupervised, managing own time effectively
• Positive team player with strong communication skills for colleagues, managers and suppliers
• Flexible with working hours, as shift cover and weekends on a rota basis is required

HGV Technician – Benefits:

Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative, innovative and forward thinking approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Local government pension scheme
• Learning and development for all staff
• Staff discounts at local businesses
• Staff recognition schemes
• Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership

Why choose Braintree District Council

Braintree is an ambitious Council in one of the fastest-growing Districts in the East of England.

With three growing towns, close proximity to London, and its location between 2 major international transport hubs, Braintree is perfectly positioned for personal and professional growth. With an excellent track record and reputation within the business community, Braintree offers an exciting environment to build your career whilst making a real impact.

If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Debbie Bezzina.

Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Sunday 6th October 2024.

To submit your application for this exciting HGV Technician opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now!