Mobile HGV Technician
Salary: Up to £46,935.67 per annum plus a daily meal allowance of £5.00 and Veolia benefits
Hours: 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday (hours to be agreed) - 9.6 hrs per day,
Location: Mobile, Essex/ London
Join us today and you will be eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a HGV Technician at Veolia no two days are the same, with over 100 types of vehicles within our fleet. Your role is pivotal, ensuring that we can continue to deliver our service across the UK.
Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you;
- 22 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
- Access to our people's pension scheme
- Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
- Free physiotherapy service
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing;
- Repairs to all types of vehicles, plant and any other work to do with the service
- Ensure that company uniform is worn at the commencement and throughout your period of duty.
- Attend roadside breakdowns and be able to work as part of a team
- All workshop tools, personal tools and welding equipment must be secured and where possible locked away each night. Welding and electrical equipment should be turned off and left in a safe condition when not in use
- Fill in a daily worksheet/timesheet, individual job cards, legal documentation such as safety inspection sheets for vehicle and body equipment and plant maintenance each day, completed forms must be given to your supervisor before the end of your shift
- To be aware of your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974 and follow the code of safe working practice in your place of work as an engineer
- To participate in the development of the business, by active involvement in Veolia policy and procedures. Enabling you to be equipped with the necessary skills to carry out your duties to the required standards
What we're looking for;
- Practical experience and apprentice trained time served as a mechanical fitter
- Hold a current driving licence
- LGV Licence (Training can be provided)
- Efficient in the following tasks; Inspecting Vehicles ; Mechanical; Pneumatic; Welding; Hydraulics, electrical repairs and diagnostics with a good working knowledge of RCV'S, Hook-loaders, Skip loaders, and FEL vehicles - Desirable (training provided)
- The ideal person will have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to working in sometimes adverse conditions and additional hours will be expected
- Able to work on own initiative and within a team environment
- Expected to supply your own comprehensive tool kit
- The ability to ensure the delivery of high levels of customer service is also essential in this role
- Good communication skills are essential for liaising with customers and colleagues
- Be prepared to attend internal and external training courses
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.
