Hgv Technician

HGV Techr - £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Location: Barking
Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday (between 5am - 6pm)
Holiday: 25 days per annum + 8 public/bank holidays
Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per year

Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive HGV Technician at our client Barking site. Reporting to the Head of Logistics and the Transport Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the garage, ensuring that all company and customer vehicles are maintained to DVSA standards. This is a key leadership role requiring hands-on operational control, team management, and compliance oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all vehicles meet legal, roadworthy, and safety requirements
• Develop, maintain, and follow vehicle service schedules and maintenance plans
• Manage health and safety, including risk assessments and compliance
• Maintain calibrated tools and accurate service records
• Control stock of garage consumables and manage ordering
• Support vehicle onboarding and decommissioning processes
• Maintain compliance in vehicle documentation and licensing
• Investigate and support vehicle incidents and accident reports
• Ensure job records (labour, parts, cost) are logged for all garage tasks
• Enforce adherence to daily vehicle checks and defect reporting systems
• Act as the first point of contact for transport department issues
• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations
• Provide monthly performance reports and be on call for emergency situations
• Participate in training and continuous professional development

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• HGV NVQ Level 3 (City & Guilds)
• Valid Class 1 driving licence (Advantageous)
• CPC qualification desirable
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Able to remain calm under pressure and problem-solve effectively
• Competent in record-keeping and compliance procedures

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life cover (2x salary)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Long service recognition awards
• Company events and employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Training and career development opportunities