HGV Vehicle Technician

Job description

Job Type

Maintenance & Facilities

Location

Aylesford

Partnership Level

9

Closing Date

30/04/2024

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Salary

£31,500.00 - £42,700.00 Annual

Salary Frequency

Annual

Hours of Work

37.5 hours per week

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We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where it is possible to do so. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

Our Purpose

Working in Partnership for a happier world – our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone.

Based at our Waitrose Regional Distribution Workshop in Aylesford, Kent, our Vehicle Technician ensures our fleet of vehicles remain well maintained and road-worthy.

At a glance:

The salary offered for this role is up to £42,700 , plus applicable shift premiums and overtime when required.

This role is a permanent , full time role. 

Work Schedule:

Week 1 - 6am - 2pm

Week 2 - 2pm - 10pm

What you'll be doing

As a Technician within the team, you’ll be working on our large HGV lorries. It will be your job to ensure all vehicles are maintained to a safe and roadworthy standard to both VOSA and Partnership’s requirements.

 

As well as ensuring that the relevant sections of all inspections, services and defect sheets are completed in compliance with our ‘O’ Licence obligations, and that all spares requests and time books are completed daily. You will need to be aware of best practice and current commercial vehicle repair techniques, to be able to ensure that high quality repairs are carried out in a cost effective manner and that the use of spare parts and consumables reflect the level of work carried out.

Why join us?

Our Vehicle Workshop is growing and you’ll be working with many experienced Partners. Our current technicians will ensure you have all the tools you need to succeed and excel in your role, giving you the opportunities to develop your knowledge and progress your career. You’ll also be around to help support the development of our apprentices within the workshop too. Allowing you to share your own knowledge and experience for the growth of the team.  

Working in our Vehicle workshop is a fun and supportive environment. As a co-owned business, all of our Partners work together to ensure all goals are achieved and that everyone in the team is a part of that success.  

Essential Experience/Qualifications required:

· 
City and Guilds 1,2,3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualifications

· 
Full UK Driving Licence

· 
A proven background in transport commercial vehicle repairs

· 
Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation and roadworthiness

Benefits of the Partnership and the Role

We believe in rewarding our Partners for their time and energy. After all, they’re the ones that make the John Lewis Partnership special. Benefits include:

· 
Once you’ve been with us for three months, you’ll get Partnership discount in store and online. That’s 25% off in John Lewis & Partners (12% electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose & Partners. You’ll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount.

· 
Discounted cinema tickets & VIP suites with discounted tickets at the O2 arena

· 
Discounted rates on holidays at the John Lewis Partnerships hotels, where only Partners and their guests can stay

· 
Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy

And much more! Find out more about our benefits here: https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/

Next Steps 

The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process"). We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early.

You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. 

Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP. 

 

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Duties and Responsibilities

John Lewis Partnership Commercial Vehicle Technicians are the lifeblood of our logistics network. Without them, our shelves would be empty and our customers disappointed. Our Vehicle Technicians are encouraged to manage their own time, while being proactive to ensure our Commercial Fleet is maintained.

At the John Lewis Partnership, we embrace our differences. We want you to be you. Because, well, we know you're at your best when you're free to be yourself. Being a truly inclusive employer to us means creating an environment which celebrates your contribution, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief. It's why we've set our own aim to become the UK’s most inclusive business - for our Partners (employees) and our customers. We firmly believe that our future success lies in diversity of thought from all Partners and it's integral in our mission to build a happier world. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. And, once you're a Partner, your differences will make all the difference. Find out more about D&I in the Partnership here - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/diversityandinclusion/