HGV Technician

Salary: Circa £49,000
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Working hours: Average of 44.75 hours, 7am-4.30pm Mon-Fri, plus 7am-11.30am on alternate Sat mornings 
 
At Grundon, we're all about innovation and advancements in technology – so, if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into a new fleet-work job that offers upskilling opportunities, we have a lot to offer at our clean and well-equipped vehicle workshop near Reading.
 
What you’ll be doing as HGV Technician
As well as preparing new vehicles (including EVs) for release into service, our six workshops also look after all Grundon commercial fleet issues, such as correcting daily defects, service maintenance and MOTs. Joining a small team of six HGV Technicians, you will maintain a mixed fleet of rigid and articulated vehicles to high standards in line with DVSA requirements.
 
Subject to satisfactory progress, we will put you through training to achieve IMI level 4 (Electric Vehicle Course) and your IRTEC Large Vehicle Inspection qualification, as well as manufacturer body training courses for a wide variety of equipment types. No HGV licence? No problem – again, we’ll put you through the training.
 
What you’ll need
Large goods vehicle experience, and ideally, you’re qualified or semi-skilled (City & Guilds HGV Parts 1, 2 & 3 or NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent). If you don’t have those qualifications, then you must have 10 years’ experience working on HGV vehicles. You'll need your own tools too.
 
Why Grundon – and what’s in it for you
We believe in nurturing talent and offer plenty of training and professional development opportunities. We’re all about innovation and advancements in technology and have an ongoing annual £5 million investment programme which aims to deliver a greener and cleaner collection fleet. 
 
You can expect a perks and benefits package that includes:
- Discretionary company bonuses
- Pension scheme (you contribute 5% of pay, Grundon matches this) with life insurance cover 
- 31 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday 
 
Ready to join us?
We interview as soon as strong applications come in, so don’t wait – apply now to become our next HGV Technician and start your journey with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
 
Click apply now – we look forward to hearing from you!
(Please note: No agencies)

Since 1929, Grundon has been at the forefront of waste management and environmental services in the UK, advocating sustainable practices and revolutionising waste management. Here, the value of what you do resonates far beyond the typical workday.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a career that's both impactful and rewarding, you've come to the right place.

We're actively recruiting to fill a variety of roles – from Drivers and Technicians to Recycling Operatives, Transport Coordinators and many more. So, if you're ready to be the backbone of our operations, we'd love to hear from you.

But wait, there's more! We're not just about day-to-day operations, we're all about helping you grow, both personally and professionally. Get ready for training sessions that'll sharpen your skills faster than you can say "reduce, reuse, recycle." Plus, you'll enjoy exclusive perks like discounts on shopping (because who doesn't love a good deal?) and access to cheaper gym memberships to keep you feeling as fit as a perfectly sorted bin.

Oh, and did we mention our commitment to the community and the planet? That's right, we're not just about profits; we're about making a positive impact inside and outside of our depots too.