HGV Technician - Nights
Buffaload Logistics ltd · Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
FULL TIME
Job Description
Join our maintenance team at our Ellington depot in Cambridgeshire and play a vital role in keeping our operation moving. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a skilled and dedicated HGV Technician to help maintain the safety, reliability and performance of our fleet.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
At Buffaload, we recognise that a well-maintained fleet is essential to delivering excellent service to our customers. Working as part of a professional and supportive team, you'll use your technical expertise to inspect, service, maintain and repair our HGV vehicles, helping to minimise downtime and ensure our vehicles remain safe and compliant.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing operation where your knowledge, attention to detail and problem-solving skills will make a real difference every day. We are committed to supporting our colleagues to develop their skills, broaden their experience and achieve their potential.
If you take pride in delivering high-quality work, enjoy working collaboratively and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
* Life Insurance
* Colleague Discount Benefits Platform
* Lifestyle and Wellbeing Programme
* Company Shop Membership
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Paid Bereavement Leave
* Uniform provided
*Shift pattern*
* 4 on 4 off 12-hour shift
*Specific Responsibilities and Objectives *
* Ensure that all vehicles are MOT prepared within operating licence timescales.
* Ensure that all vehicles are serviced on time and in full.
* All Inspections to be carried out on time and in full.
* All repairs to be carried out on time and in full.
* All timescales to be in line with DVSA and Operators Licence requirements.
* Complete relevant paperwork to comply with health and safety and food safety standards and to track the service provided.
* Provide excellent customer service with a proactive attitude
* Operate relevant MHE (if applicable / permitted & authorised) safely and in accordance with the correct procedures
* Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with Buffaload Logistics’ accident reporting procedure
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including the Uniform Guidelines and Health and Safety Policy
* To promote a positive health and safety culture through your individual actions.
* Ensuring that all works carried out within fridge trailers are carried out using food safe chemicals and any issue that may have a negative effect on food safety is reported without delay.
* Carry out other relevant reasonable management requests as required by your Line Manager
* To ensure that all work completed is recorded in electronic or paperwork versions as required, thereby ensuring a full audit trail of work is available for inspection at all times.
*Qualifications*
* IRTEC, City & Guilds Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Repair and Technology
*Experience*
* Have excellent knowledge about motor technology.
* Being methodical and organised and ability to work to strict deadlines
* Previous experience working within a similar role, business and / or industry
*Other Criteria*
* Effective Communication: Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and various teams.
* Fluency in English is required.
* Team-Player: Be able to work well with others.
* Adaptability: Ability to work well under pressure whilst maintaining safe working conditions.
* Must be physically active due to the nature of the role, dealing with heavy goods
* Ability to work alone and be self-motivated
Pay: Up to £29.56 per hour
Benefits:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Huntingdon PE28 0DA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* How many years of experience do you have working with HGV vehicles? xrexnqw
* Have you any convictions (other than spent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)?
YES / NO - If yes, please provide details.
Licence/Certification:
* IRTEC, City & Guilds or BTEC in Vehicle Repair (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
At Buffaload, we recognise that a well-maintained fleet is essential to delivering excellent service to our customers. Working as part of a professional and supportive team, you'll use your technical expertise to inspect, service, maintain and repair our HGV vehicles, helping to minimise downtime and ensure our vehicles remain safe and compliant.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing operation where your knowledge, attention to detail and problem-solving skills will make a real difference every day. We are committed to supporting our colleagues to develop their skills, broaden their experience and achieve their potential.
If you take pride in delivering high-quality work, enjoy working collaboratively and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
* Life Insurance
* Colleague Discount Benefits Platform
* Lifestyle and Wellbeing Programme
* Company Shop Membership
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Paid Bereavement Leave
* Uniform provided
*Shift pattern*
* 4 on 4 off 12-hour shift
*Specific Responsibilities and Objectives *
* Ensure that all vehicles are MOT prepared within operating licence timescales.
* Ensure that all vehicles are serviced on time and in full.
* All Inspections to be carried out on time and in full.
* All repairs to be carried out on time and in full.
* All timescales to be in line with DVSA and Operators Licence requirements.
* Complete relevant paperwork to comply with health and safety and food safety standards and to track the service provided.
* Provide excellent customer service with a proactive attitude
* Operate relevant MHE (if applicable / permitted & authorised) safely and in accordance with the correct procedures
* Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with Buffaload Logistics’ accident reporting procedure
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including the Uniform Guidelines and Health and Safety Policy
* To promote a positive health and safety culture through your individual actions.
* Ensuring that all works carried out within fridge trailers are carried out using food safe chemicals and any issue that may have a negative effect on food safety is reported without delay.
* Carry out other relevant reasonable management requests as required by your Line Manager
* To ensure that all work completed is recorded in electronic or paperwork versions as required, thereby ensuring a full audit trail of work is available for inspection at all times.
*Qualifications*
* IRTEC, City & Guilds Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Repair and Technology
*Experience*
* Have excellent knowledge about motor technology.
* Being methodical and organised and ability to work to strict deadlines
* Previous experience working within a similar role, business and / or industry
*Other Criteria*
* Effective Communication: Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and various teams.
* Fluency in English is required.
* Team-Player: Be able to work well with others.
* Adaptability: Ability to work well under pressure whilst maintaining safe working conditions.
* Must be physically active due to the nature of the role, dealing with heavy goods
* Ability to work alone and be self-motivated
Pay: Up to £29.56 per hour
Benefits:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Huntingdon PE28 0DA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* How many years of experience do you have working with HGV vehicles? xrexnqw
* Have you any convictions (other than spent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)?
YES / NO - If yes, please provide details.
Licence/Certification:
* IRTEC, City & Guilds or BTEC in Vehicle Repair (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Details
| Company | Buffaload Logistics ltd |
| Location | Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |