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About the Role

This 6-month training program is designed for experienced Light Vehicle Mechanics to transition into a career as an HGV Technician. It offers hands-on workshop experience and expert tuition at a dedicated in-house training facility, with one week per month spent at the training center, including paid travel and accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, MOT preparation, diagnostic work, and fault finding on trucks and buses.
• Perform repairs on engines, gearboxes, brakes, and suspension systems.
• Learn to use Volvo’s in-house systems.
• Complete paperwork such as job cards and service sheets.
• Learn to work to Volvo Service Times.

Requirements

• City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
• Light vehicle experience – proven work experience on cars, vans, plant or motorbikes.
• IT literate.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience as a LGV Technician/Vehicle Technician/Plant Mechanics.

Skills

• Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
• Diagnostic work
• Fault finding
• Engine repair
• Gearbox repair
• Brake repair
• Suspension system repair
• Volvo in-house systems
• Paperwork completion
• IT literacy

Location

• Croydon

Work Type

• Full-time
• Rotating shift
• Overtime available

Experience Level

• Experienced Light Vehicle Mechanic
• Entry-level HGV Technician (post-training)

Education Level

• City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
• IMI Level 3 Technical Certificate in HGV Maintenance & Repair (upon completion of program)

Salary/Compensations

• Up to £17 per hour whilst training
• £1000 signing bonus payable after 6 months service

Benefits

• Generous Pension Plan
• Health cash plan with access to dental insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service
• Employee savings and retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Training plans managed through inhouse Technical training team
• Support for you and your family through an online Wellbeing centre
• Volvo savings centre - retail, cinema, theme park days out, gym memberships plus much more!
• Fully paid travel and accommodation during training weeks

About the Company

• Committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions.
• Part of Volvo Group, working with creative minds to improve society for the next generation.
• A culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment with nearly 100,000 employees worldwide.
• At Volvo Trucks, leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry through innovation for nearly a century.
• Driven by curiosity, passion, and embracing change to stay ahead.