Jobs, fresher vacancy - HGV Technician • Kent

Company: Platinum Recruitment Consultancy

Kent

HGV Technician | Work for a leading automotive company with an OTE of £52,000 in Erith. Job Title: HGV Technician Location: Erith Employer: Main Dealer Salary: £46,800 (£52k OTE) Are you an experienced, Level 3 qualified HGV Technician looking for a stable role with a focus on premium vehicles? This is your chance to join a leading team in Erith where your skills in major and minor repairs on Mercedes-Benz trucks will secure you a fantastic salary and benefits package. The Rewards: Salary & Benefits Earning Potential: Competitive basic salary of £46,800 with realistic on-target earnings (OTE) up to £52,000. Time Off & Security: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a day off for your Birthday, and Death in Service benefit. Perks & Training: Access to 100s of employee perks on Perkbox, branded uniform, and long service recognition. Future Focus: Auto-enrolment pension and enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies. Your Role as an HGV Technician in Erith As a key HGV Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of the Mercedes-Benz fleet. You will be a vital member of the team, carrying out both routine and complex repair work in Erith. Key Responsibilities: Perform major and minor repairs, general preventive maintenance, and regular inspections on trucks. Work closely with the repair teams to help diagnose faults and plan effective repairs. Maintain accurate records of repaired vehicles using appropriate workshop systems (Keyloop/Kerridge). Carry out essential tasks such as wheel alignment and tyre fitting. What You Need to Be a Successful Mechanic We are seeking a proactive HGV Mechanic and dedicated Technician for this specialised HGV Technician position in Erith. You must be Level 3 qualified (NVQ, City and Guilds, or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance. Proven experience carrying out diagnostic and service repairs is essential. Ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with DVSA Standards. Must hold a current, full UK driving licence. If you are interested please contact Alfie on 01202203155 quoting job number 934123 / INDAUTO At Platinum we recruit for specialist engineering roles across vital industries: HGV, Automotive, Plant, Waste & Recycling, Agriculture, Generators, and Cranes & Lifting. If your background isn't directly in this sector or, if this role isn't right for you, your technical skills are likely transferable so we still encourage you to get in touch; alfie.w@platinum-employment.co.uk 01202203155. Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.