Vehicle Maintenance Technician in St Helens

What you will enjoy doing

• As a Vehicle Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing the mechanical and cryogenic systems used across our PGP, Cryospeed, and Bulk vehicle and trailer fleet. You will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our transport activities through high-quality maintenance, accurate record keeping, and compliance with company procedures.
• Working as part of a supportive and inclusive team, you will carry out planned and defect maintenance activities to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency requirements, Health and Safety Executive legislation, and Goods Vehicle Operator Licence obligations. A strong understanding of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Goods Vehicle Inspection Manual and Categorisation of Defects Manual will enable you to perform your role effectively and safely.

• You will ensure scheduled safety inspections, servicing, and defect repairs are completed to the highest quality standards, with all work accurately recorded within the DAFcheck system and vehicles signed off as roadworthy and safe before returning to operation

• You will provide flexible support across the workshop team to help maintain service continuity during periods of annual leave and absence, in line with the relevant working arrangements
• Coordinate with approved BOC contractors for specialist services such as tyre replacement, windscreen repairs, auto electrical work, and major vehicle repairs when required
• You will uphold health, safety, environmental, and compliance standards, ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependable timekeeping, and a collaborative approach that contributes positively to team performance and customer service
• You will maintain your technical knowledge through ongoing training and development, ensuring compliance with company processes and industry requirements
• In this role, you will take responsibility for effective communication with drivers, colleagues, and external partners, ensuring operational requests are supported in a timely and professional manner
• Additionally, you will contribute to an inclusive working environment where colleagues are treated with respect, different perspectives are valued, and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed
• You are encouraged to share ideas for continuous improvement and support a culture built on safety, integrity, teamwork, and excellence in customer service

What makes you great

• Time-served HGV Technician with NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualifications.
• Proven experience in fleet maintenance with the ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively as part of a small team.
• Skilled in scheduled servicing, safety inspections, diagnostics, and defect rectification of ADR vehicles and trailers.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and capability to plan and manage allocated workload efficiently.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Windows, Outlook, SAP, and diagnostic platforms such as DAFcheck & Truckcheck.
• Practical knowledge of using diagnostic equipment for fault identification and repair.
• Work with integrity, role modelling the behaviours aligned to being an inclusive workplace

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, inclusion is core to what we do. As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, we offer enhanced maternity pay, along with a range of leave options to support life’s important moments, such as fertility treatment, adoption and shared parental. Our dedicated menopause policy, champions and employee resource groups, empower you to feel fully supported both professionally and personally.

We’re passionate about helping our employees grow through excellent career progression opportunities. From tailored training programs to ongoing learning and professional development, you’ll have access to the resources you need to thrive!

Here’s a snapshot of the benefits we offer:

• Bonus scheme tied to both individual and company performance
• Generous pension with up to 10.7% employer contributions
• Holiday allowance of 26 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 30 additional days
• Healthcare trust offering comprehensive coverage including neurodiversity assessments for you and your dependents
• Employee assistance programme for your well-being
• Exclusive access to our discount shopping portal

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Not sure if you fulfil the full criteria for this role? Regardless, we'd still like to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application via our online careers site, hearing your story and getting to know you better!

Your contact person

BOC Limited, a Linde company
Jason Slack