LCV Technician
- Hounslow, Greater London
- £20.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Heathrow
Salary: £20 per hour DOE
Hours: 37.5h: Monday to Friday. Either 08:00-16:00 or 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00. 1 in 4 Saturdays.OverviewFirst Military Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established automotive business group. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Van Technician to join a highly reputable commercial vehicle dealership in the Heathrow area.This is an exciting opportunity to join a business officially recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years. As part of the technical team, you will benefit from annual appraisals, ongoing manufacturer training, and clearly defined career development pathways.Ex-military candidiates are encourraged to apply but all candidiates with relevent experience will be considered.Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform major and minor repairs to light commercial vehicles, trailers, and other vehicles.
- Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance (e.g. oil changes, tyre rotations).
- Maintain a clean and organised workshop, ensuring safety standards are upheld.
- Collaborate with repair teams to diagnose faults and plan effective repairs.
- Maintain accurate records of all vehicles serviced or repaired.
- Provide roadside repair support in emergency situations.
- Complete documentation and escalate warranty claims as necessary.
- Essential Qualification: Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or IMI in LCV Vehicle Repair & Maintenance.
- Experience: Diagnostic, service, and repair experience required.
- Compliance: Must be able to identify worn or faulty components per DVSA standards.
- Driving Licence: Full UK licence for relevant vehicle classes.
- Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
- Saturdays paid at overtime rate
- A day off for your birthday
- Business closure between 24–27 December 2025
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Four times death in service benefit
- Branded uniform and boot allowance
- Auto-enrolment pension
- Enhanced maternity & paternity policies
- Access to wellness and employee assistance programmes (EAP, 24/7 Online GP, mental health support)
- Toolbox insurance
- Annual appraisals and defined career progression
- Long service recognition with increased leave after 5 years
- Reward & recognition programmes including annual awards
- Manufacturer and in-house training opportunities
- Officially recognised as a Great Place to Work, including awards for Wellbeing and Development
- Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant