Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician

Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician
Hounslow / Heathrow Area
£44,000 Basic + Overtime
£18.00 per hour based on a 47.5-hour week
Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Every Other Saturday: 8:00am – 1:00pm (paid at time and a half)
We are recruiting an experienced Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician to join our busy commercial vehicle workshop in the Hounslow / Heathrow area.
You will be supporting a large customer base of well-known companies operating extensive vehicle fleets, providing a varied, stable, and consistent workload within a fast-paced workshop environment.
This role is ideal for a skilled technician with strong diagnostic abilities who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.
Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician The Role
You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of light commercial vehicles to a high standard while working efficiently to meet workshop deadlines.
Vehicles You Will Work On
Sprinters
Long wheelbase vehicles
Transits
ll makes and models of commercial vans
Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician Responsibilities
* Servicing, maintenance, and repair of light commercial vehicles
* Diagnostics and fault finding using diagnostic equipment
* Mechanical and electrical repairs
* MOT preparation and inspections
* Completing job cards and service sheets accurately
* Using electronic tablets and workshop systems
* Taking photographs of damaged or defective parts for warranty purposes
* Ensuring vehicles are presented to a high standard after repair
* Maintaining high standards of health & safety within the workshop
* Liaising with the Workshop Foreman and management to prioritise workload
* Attending occasional local breakdowns when required
* Ensuring all work is completed within allocated times
* Maintaining accurate timesheets and good timekeeping
Van Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician Requirements
* Proven experience as a Van Technician, LCV Technician, or Commercial Vehicle Technician
* Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair skills
* Experience working on multiple makes and models of vans
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* High attention to detail and reliability
* Full UK driving licence preferred (less than 6 points desirable)
* Relevant qualifications such as NVQ or City & Guilds desirable
* Ability to provide a 5-year work history to obtain an enhanced criminal records check for Heathrow airside access
Desirable
HGV licence preferred but not essential
Previous experience in a busy commercial workshop environment
What We Offer
Competitive pay package
Overtime opportunities
Saturday shifts paid at time and a half
Ongoing training and development
Stable long-term employment
Busy and professional workshop environment