Pertemps Bristol Commercial
HGV Technician
Location: Bristol
Salary: £43,500 – £47,732 per annum (depending on experience) + £2,500 retention bonus after successful completion of probation
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, alternating early and late shifts
The Opportunity
A leading environmental and fleet services organisation is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join its busy workshop operation in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that plays a vital role in supporting local communities and commercial customers while offering excellent benefits, career development opportunities and long-term job security.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective vehicle maintenance support, ensuring the fleet remains compliant, safe and operational at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain fleet compliance records and workshop documentation.
- Carry out quality control inspections.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
- Ensure vehicles comply with all statutory and legal requirements.
- Troubleshoot vehicle breakdowns and carry out repairs.
- Perform planned preventative maintenance activities.
- Support workshop cost control initiatives.
- Assess service and parts requirements.
- Maintain high standards of vehicle presentation.
- Ensure workshop facilities remain safe and secure.
Requirements
- Qualification in vehicle maintenance (City & Guilds Level 2, IRTEC, manufacturer accreditation or equivalent experience).
- Experience working within the commercial vehicle repair and maintenance sector.
- Proven ability to maintain and repair commercial vehicles.
- Experience working with job cards and workshop systems.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to undertake additional technical training when required.
Benefits
Financial & Security
- Salary up to £47,732.
- £2,500 retention bonus.
- Company pension scheme with employer contribution.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Retail discount platform offering savings across hundreds of retailers.
Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Mental health support services.
- Health cash plan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Access to onsite wellbeing support.
Learning & Development
- Dedicated training and development programmes.
- Ongoing technical training.
- Internal progression opportunities.
- Strong track record of promoting from within.
Work-Life Balance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working opportunities where operationally possible.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Apply
If you are interested in this position, please click apply to send your CV or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol.
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