Light to Heavy Conversion Tech - Ayr

Job description

Light vehicle Technician 

Interest in switching from a Light vehicle Technician to HGV Technician? 

£30k to £35k + overtime whilst training!

 

Location: Volvo Truck and Bus Centre, AYR 

Working Week: 39 hours

Shift Pattern - Ask us about our flexible working shift patterns! 

 

This program aims to recruit Light vehicle Technicians and convert them to Heavy Vehicle Technicians.  Possible recruits can be from car, plant, bike or other related backgrounds providing they have experience working in industry. 

At Volvo Truck and Bus Centre Ayr, you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport and society at large. 

Volvo Trucks are now offering a unique opportunity at our Ayr Depot with a competitive hourly rate along with opportunities to increase your salary with overtime and quarterly bonus. 

 

Once finished the program, you will be awarded by the IMI with a  Level 3 Technical Certificate in HGV Maintenance & Repair.  

 

 

What you will do

At Ayr Truck and Bus Centre Depot you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. 

As a Light Vehicle Technician converting to a HGV technician, you will be joining our Service & Workshop team at our Volvo Truck and Bus Centre. Where you will be ensuring repairs are carried out according to Volvos Standards. Here at Volvo Trucks, we believe are at the forefront of Electromobility so you will also be working on a range of systems which include alternative fuels such as LNG, hybrid and Full electric vehicles.

Don’t worry if you don’t have experience with these alternative systems. When joining you will be provided with a training path. Starting with an induction at the depot to foundations events which will take you through all systems you will be using. As well as a number of courses both online and in-person to develop your skills and support you in your new role.

Who are you?

 Do you dream big? We do too, and we are expected to grow together.  In this role, you will bring:

·  City and Guilds / A Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles is recommended; however Level 2, or similar qualification will be considered.
·  Light Vehicle experience - ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience on cars, vans, plants or motorbikes.
·  Attitude and willingness to work in the Truck Industry as well as relevant experience working on vehicles.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy: 

·  Competitive hourly rate 
·  25 days and watch it grow to 30 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
·  Pension matched up to 7% of your salary
·  Health cash plan- includes Access to dental insurance
·  Ignition, our electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
·  Maternity/Paternity Leave - We value work-life balance and offer enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity leave with 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay, as well as 5-week paternity leave.
·  Enjoy Employee savings and retail discounts on shopping vouchers, cinema tickets, holidays, and travel.
·  Cycle to work scheme

 

 

Ready for the next move?

We’ll discuss how we can help each other on our journey together! 

We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today! 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in. 

Job Category:  Sales & Services

Organization:  Volvo Trucks

Travel Required:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  13007