HGV Technician - Thetford
HGV Traders
About the role
HGV Technician - Thetford
Location: Thetford, GB, IP24 1HZ
Position Type: Professional
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£3,000 joining bonus (£1,500 net payment on the first paycheck - £1,500 net payment after the 6-month probation period - direct applicants only)
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Salary up to £20 per hour dependent upon skill set & experience
Covering a rotating shift:
Monday to Friday 0600hrs to 1400hrs/1400hrs to 2200hrs
Alternative Saturday morning overtime, time & half
OWN YOUR FUTURE WITH VOLVO TRUCK & BUS
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
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:
HGV Licence
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
Great benefits!
25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with servce!
Generous contributory pension plan and free life assurance!
Company-Paid Life Assurance (death in service benefit) for all pension members
Inhouse training
Healthcare plan with access to dental insurance
Enhanced paternity/maternity leave/foster leave
Cycle to work scheme – save up to 42% on cost of brand new bike
Free eye test vouchers and contribution towards glasses
Employee Assistance programs,
Discounts of up to 25% for gym memberships
Many discounts for family and friends including cinema tickets, flowers & gifts, experience days, tickets for West End shows, holiday and travel discounts
Who are you
Do you hold a Level 2 or 3 NVQ or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and have previous experience working on HGV’s or have you completed an apprenticeship in the HGV industry and enjoy getting your hands dirty?
What will you be doing
Carry out service, maintenance, and repair work on Volvo HGVs to the highest standards.
Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
Perform safety inspections, MOT preparations, and routine maintenance.
Ensure all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in line with manufacturer standards.
Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate
Support the development of young trainees and apprentices
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Job Category: Sales & Services
Organization: Volvo Trucks
Travel Required: No Travel Required
Requisition ID: 34574