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Description: HGV Technician - Reading Salary up to ss22 per hour dependent upon skill set & experience! ss2000 SIGNING BONUS! (direct candidates only) Covering a rotating shift - Monday to Friday 0600hrs to 1430hrs/1430hrs to 2300hrs Join the Global Leader in Truck Innovation - Volvo Trucks Reading is Hiring! OWN YOUR FUTURE WITH VOLVO TRUCK & BUS At Volvo Truck and Bus, we're looking for skilled and ambitious HGV Technicians to join our growing team! This is more than just a job, it's a long-term career path with world class training, clear development pathways, and the opportunity to work with one of the most respected brands in the industry Why join us? At Volvo Truck & Bus we invest heavily in our technicians. Here's just some of the training we can offer you: Electrics Level 1 & 2 E-Mobility Training (future-focused EV systems) Oscilloscope Diagnostics Training Technicians are trained to a minimum Volvo Bronze Level Opportunities to progress to Silver, and Gold Level accreditation We can offer you and a half Mon to Sat and double time Sunday and bank hols Generous pension plan Enhanced paternity/maternity leave health cash plan with access to dental insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service savings and discounts for you, your family and friends on many high st retailers, holidays, hotels, gym memberships plus much more Referral scheme earn ss1000! Cycle to work scheme career development opportunities Inhouse training with career progression Who are you? NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Previous experience working as an HGV Technician (Volvo experience is a plus but not essential) Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills A proactive attitude with a focus on customer service and safety A full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential) What will you be doing Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer's procedures, safely and responsibly Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate Assist in the fault diagnosis process Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence) Assist with roadside breakdowns Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately Ensure service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate Support the development of young trainees and apprentices Ready for the next move? Be Part of the Volvo Difference When you join Volvo Trucks, you're not just starting a job - you're joining a family of passionate professionals who are driving the future of transportation. Apply today and take your career up a gear. We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. Who we are and what we believe in We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people - to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in. Work Location: In person |