Job Description:

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