Join Our Team as a HGV Technician

Salary £18.58ph, £41,055pa, plus excellent benefits

Rotating Shift pattern - 2 Shifts, Monday To Friday
06:00 to 15:00
13:00 to 22:00
Saturday if required 06:00 To 12:00

Join the Calor Gas Team: Seeking an Experienced HGV Technician in Neath.

Are you a proactive and skilled HGV Technician? Calor Gas is looking for someone just like you to join our on-site workshop in Bury St Edmunds. In this role, you'll take charge of maintaining, repairing, and modifying our fleet of vehicles and trailers, while also providing essential technical support, from fault analysis to resolution.

We’re seeking a candidate who can deliver high-quality technical work, all while adhering to strict Health & Safety standards when handling equipment, machines, and tools. Your initiative and attention to detail, coupled with a strong understanding of vehicles, trailers, and workshop equipment, will be key to your success. Additionally, your organizational skills will be essential in maintaining clear documentation, keeping accurate records, and meeting important deadlines.

You will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order. Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics. You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team. It’s crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies. Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

The Ideal Candidate

• Education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential.
• Preferable (but not mandatory) to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR.
• Strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems.
• Strong fault-finding skills with the ability to multitask and meet key deadlines.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits Package:

• Annual Leave: 25 days starting allowance, increasing with service, plus statutory bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance: Single coverage included, with the option to add family coverage at a discounted rate.
• Pension Plan:  4.5% employer contribution, increasing to 7.5% after two years.
• Life Assurance: Coverage of four times your salary from day one.
• Income Protection: 50% of your salary covered after two years of service.
• Discount Scheme: Access to market-leading discounts with major retailers.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme: Save on holidays through our purchase plan.
• Discounted Gas & Appliances: Special rates to help you save on essential purchases.

Interested? Click the “Apply” button—we’re excited to see your application and welcome you aboard!

To be considered for the above opportunity you must be eligible to live and work in UK and hold a full driving licence that is valid for you to drive in the UK. 

At Calor, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and embracing diversity is not only the right thing to do, but it also drives innovation and success.

We understand that building an inclusive business is an ongoing journey, and we are dedicated to continually learning, evolving, and challenging ourselves to create a more equitable and inclusive future. We encourage all members of our community to join us on this journey, as we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are essential for a better, brighter tomorrow.