HGV Technician – Reading

£2000 SIGNING BONUS! (direct candidates only)

Salary up to £23 per hour dependent upon skill set & experience!

Covering a rotating shift – Monday to Friday

0600hrs to 1430hrs / 1430hrs to 2300hrs

Join Volvo Truck and Bus as an HGV Technician and receive expert training on-site at our dedicated training school in Reading, giving you the skills and support to build a successful career with Volvo.

OWN YOUR FUTURE WITH VOLVO TRUCK & BUS

At Volvo Truck and Bus, we’re looking for skilled and ambitious HGV Technicians to join our growing team!

This is more than just a job; it’s a long‑term career path with world class training, clear development pathways, and the opportunity to work with one of the most respected brands in the industry.

Why join us?

• Electrics Level 1 & 2
• E-Mobility Training (future‑focused EV systems)
• Oscilloscope Diagnostics Training
• Technicians are trained to a minimum Volvo Bronze Level
• Opportunities to progress to Silver, and Gold Level accreditation

Benefits

• overtime @ time and a half Mon to Sat and double time Sunday and bank hols
• Generous pension plan
• Enhanced paternity/maternity leave
• health cash plan with access to dental insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service
• savings and discounts for you, your family and friends on many high street retailers, holidays, hotels, gym memberships plus much more
• Referral scheme earn £1000 for any successful candidate you refer within UK
• Cycle to work scheme
• career development opportunities
• Inhouse training with career progression – Reading has its very own training school!

Who are you?

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
• Previous experience working as an HGV Technician (Volvo experience is a plus but not essential)
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive attitude with a focus on customer service and safety
• A full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential)

What will you be doing?

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer’s procedures, safely and responsibly
• Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process
• Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair
• Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted
• Road test vehicles when required (if you hold an HGV licence)
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure service sheets are completed as per Volvo instructions
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers
• Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained
• Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate
• Support the development of young trainees and apprentices

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