DPD Group UK
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HGVTechnicianNights
“HGV Technician - Nights at DPD Group UK. Skills: HGV maintenance, Fleet repair, DVSA compliance. Perform routine scheduled safety inspections. Diagnose and repair mechanical faults”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Diagnostic skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and repair (or equivalent), Knowledge of heavy vehicle mechanical, electrical and braking systems, Ability to read technical manuals, diagnostic reports and repair manuals, Commitment to Health, Safety and compliance standards
Nice to Have
IRTEC licence, HGV Class 1 licence, Experience working on Mercedes, DAF, MAN and Volvo tractor units, Experience working on G&A and Tiger lifting deck trailers
What You'll Do.
Perform routine scheduled safety inspections
Diagnose and repair mechanical faults
Diagnose and repair electrical faults
Diagnose and repair pneumatic faults
Diagnose and repair hydraulic faults
Complete repairs on engines
Complete repairs on transmissions
Complete repairs on brake systems
Complete repairs on suspension systems
Complete repairs on steering systems
Complete repairs on electrical systems
Complete repairs on exhaust systems
Complete repairs on emission systems
Prepare vehicles for MOT testing
Maintain accurate service records
Maintain defect reports
Maintain inspection documentation
Ensure vehicles meet road safety regulations
Ensure vehicles meet legal compliance standards
Use diagnostic equipment for fault identification
Resolve mechanical faults
Resolve electrical faults
Maintain a clean workshop environment
Maintain an organised workshop environment
Maintain a safe workshop environment
Ensure tools are maintained
Ensure equipment is maintained
Ensure diagnostic systems are maintained
Use equipment correctly
Use diagnostic systems correctly
Collaborate with other technicians
Collaborate with VMU technical operatives
Collaborate with management staff
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborative technicians; VMU technical operatives; Management staff
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