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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.