Location
Southwark, SE15 1AL, London

Hours
40 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Salary
Up to £47,840 per annum (£22.50 per hour based on a 40 hour week)
+ £0.50 per hour HGV licence bonus
Overtime paid at 1.25x rate
Sundays paid at double time
Bank Holiday working paid at double time
Sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000
Veolia benefits package included

About the Role
Join Veolia as an HGV Technician in our Southwark team and play a vital role in maintaining and repairing our fleet, third party vehicles, and plant equipment to manufacturer and industry standards. You will carry out diagnostics and repairs on hydraulics, electrics, pneumatics, and driveline systems across a mixed fleet of vehicles. The role includes performing HGV MOT inspections and preparations, completing roadside repairs when necessary, and ensuring all paperwork and timesheets are accurately maintained. Working safely within Health & Safety regulations, you will contribute to Veolia’s commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement while developing your skills through ongoing training and support. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a company recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

Benefits
25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
Access to Veolia’s pension scheme
Volunteering days for community engagement
Refer an engineer and earn £1,000
Free physiotherapy and private GP consultation services for you and your household
Discounts on groceries and well-known retailers
Support for physical, mental, and financial health
Cycle to work scheme
Support in attaining an HGV Licence
Ongoing training and development opportunities to reach your full potential

Experience
Proven experience repairing and maintaining HGVs and plant equipment in line with manufacturer and industry standards.
Good knowledge of current HGV MOT regulations and standards.
Experience with diagnostics and repairs on hydraulics, electrics, pneumatics, and driveline systems is desirable.
Waste/RCV vehicle experience is advantageous.

About you
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and proactively solve problems.
Flexible and willing to undertake a wide range of tasks.
Committed to working safely and responsibly.
Motivated to develop your skills and grow within the role.

Qualifications
Valid Driving Licence.
HGV Driving Licence (vocational entitlement attracts an additional £0.50 per hour bonus).
IRTEC Licence is desirable.
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
Forklift licence (Counterbalance) is advantageous.