HGV Vehicle Technician - Reading

HGV Vehicle Technician - Reading, Berkshire,RG7 4PR

Job Type:Full-TimeSalary: 40000 - 45000 per annum + Pension

Role title: HGV Vehicle Technician

Closing date: 30th July 2026

Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .

Package: Staring Salary 40,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications & level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

If you're a skilled Vehicle Technician looking for a role with real purpose, this could be your opportunity to make a difference.

We are currently seeking a Level 3 Vehicle Technician to join our team, responsible for maintaining and repairing AWE's White Fleet vehicles, plant and associated assets. This role also includes an on-call allowance and the opportunity to develop a broad range of technical skills through extensive training.

Who are we looking for?

What will you be responsible for?

As part of a small, dedicated team, you will:

• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs on vehicles and equipment
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures, safe systems of work and health and safety requirements
• Support Logistics and Facilities Managers as required
• Maintain Licence Condition 28 by ensuring all relevant examinations, inspections, testing and maintenance activities are completed to the required standards
• Participate in the team's on-call rota

We do need you to have the following:

To be successful, you'll need:

• A recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship and City & Guilds Level 3 MVCS qualification or equivalent NVQ Level 3 in Light and Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience within a vehicle or fleet workshop environment
• LGV Licence Category C or C+E with relevant driving experience
• A willingness to learn new skills, undertake training and diversify within the role
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Comfort working in restrictive PPE and within hazardous environments when required
• Willingness to participate in on-call arrangements

Desirable

• PCV Licence (or the ability and willingness to train and achieve this qualification)
• Driver CPC qualification

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions)
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role (more information on this can be found on our website)

It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE.

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