Senior / HGV Technician Colchester, Essex £40,000 to £55,000 plus package and overtime OR743 Full job description Do you have previous experience of working with HGVs, ideally in a workshop environment? Are you looking for a role within a growing company that will offer real career progression? Our client is a growing HGV Fleet servicing company based in the Colchester area. Due to expansion, they are looking for an experienced, innovative, and dynamic multi-disciplined, HGV Technician to join our clients workshop in Colchester on a full-time, permanent basis. We would like to hear from you if you have worked in a similar environment and understand the intricate workings of large commercial vehicles. Job Purpose: To carry out the service & repair of HGVs – Including routine servicing, break tests, MOT preparation, completion of job sheets and documentation and chassis and body repairs and fault diagnosis. ROLE: * Routine maintenance & servicing. * MOT preparation, break testing, remedial repairs as directed by the director and as required. * Keeping a tight work schedule and maintenance for all vehicles. * Ensuring all work is carried out to DVSA standard including the completion of all associated paperwork. * Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, implementing effective solutions to minimise vehicle downtime. * Accurately report and record work completed, and tests carried out, including immediately reporting any further work required or vehicle faults * Provide information, maintain records and carry out all duties in an accurate, efficient and timely manner * Communicate effectively with Drivers re. defects, inspections and reports. In order to be successful in this role, you will work well as part of a small team and be able to work competently on your own, being able to successfully prioritise and complete your schedule of works, be a good communicator and have the ability to take on a variety of different workloads, planned or otherwise. CANDIDATE: * Excellent mechanical knowledge * Previous working experience within the role * Fully qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent * Problem Solver – Actively seeking solutions * Health and Safety - Understanding that Health & Safety is always our priority * A Class 1 Licence may be beneficial to your application but is not essential. Benefits: * Company pension * Life Insurance * On-site parking