Conversion Technician - Light to HGV Technician
Interested in switching from a Light Vehicle Technician to HGV?
Join our Felixstowe team!
Volvo Truck and Bus Centre South & East - Felixstowe
Byron Avenue, Off Walton Avenue, Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3HZ
£1000 signing bonus payable after 6 months service!
Salary up to £17 per hour whilst training!
Working a rotating shift earlies/lates - 0600hrs to 1400hrs/1400hrs to 2200hrs - alternative Saturdays 0600hrs to 1400hrs @ overtime - time and a half
Once individuals have finished the program, they will be awarded by the IMI with a Level 3 Technical Certificate in HGV Maintenance & Repair
Are you a Light Vehicle Mechanic ready to take your skills to the next level? This is your opportunity to transition into the world of Heavy Goods Vehicles with full training and support from Volvo Truck and Bus.
We are looking for motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career as an HGV Technician, starting with a structured conversion program designed to develop your expertise on industry-leading vehicles
What will you bring
- City and Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
- Light vehicle experience – proven work experience on cars, vans, plant or motorbikes.
- IT literate.
- Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience as a LGV Technician/Vehicle Technician/Plant Mechanics
What we can offer you
- Full conversion training from Light Vehicle Mechanic to HGV Technician
- Accredited training programme with Volvo Truck and Bus
- Ongoing development and manufacturer-led courses
- Competitive salary with increases as you progress
- Modern workshop with advanced diagnostic equipment
- Clear career progression within a global brand
Benefits:
- Generous Pension Plan
- Health cash plan with access to dental insurance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays raising to 30 days with service
- Employee savings and retail discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Career development opportunities, along with training plans managed through our inhouse Technical training team.
- Support for you and your family through an online Wellbeing centre
- Volvo savings centre - retail and cinema discounts
About the role
Your role will involve carrying out inspections, MOT preparation, diagnostic work and fault finding, carrying out repairs on engines, gearboxes, brakes and suspension systems on trucks and buses. You will also learn to use Volvo’s in-house systems and complete paperwork such as job cards and service sheets. We will help and support you to learn to work to Volvo Service Times.
At Volvo we invest heavily in the development of our employees - our unique conversion programme is a fantastic mix of college training at Volvo’s Training Academy, training from regional training managers and on-the-job mentoring, to help you convert your skills from working on LGVs to HGVs
Ready for the next move?
No HGV experience? No problem — full training provided.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturer and future-proof your career in the commercial vehicle industry.
Apply today and start your journey to becoming a qualified HGV Technician with Volvo Truck and Bus
Pay: Up to £17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- What are your qualifications in Light Vehicle Mechanics
Work Location: In person
