Hydraulic Technician (HGV)

About National Vehicle Distribution (NVD)

Established in 1980, NVD is a family-run firm focused on supporting vehicle manufacturers by providing safe and timely distribution services. We offer integrated outbound logistics including transportation, storage, and enhancement of vehicles for final delivery. As innovators in digitizing the Finished Vehicle Logistics sector, NVD continuously embraces new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs for our customers, maintaining a strong commitment to progress and service excellence.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay rate up to €26.50
• Full-time work schedule: 06:00–14:30 (Fridays 13:30) and 09:30–18:00 (Fridays 17:00)
• Occasional Saturday shifts from 06:00 to 11:00 when required
• Participation in pension scheme
• Death in Service coverage
• Access to digital GP services
• Employee assistance programs
• Annual leave purchase option
• Long service awards
• Staff discounts on tyres, tools, and gym memberships
• Bike to Work scheme availability

Position Summary

The Hydraulic Technician will inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex hydraulic lifting and loading systems found on multi-deck car transport vehicles, ensuring they remain safe and operationally efficient.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and repair malfunctions in hydraulic systems
• Address leaks in cylinders and rams and replace high-pressure hoses
• Repair control valves and diagnose Power Take-Off (PTO) issues
• Perform scheduled hydraulic safety inspections and maintenance tasks such as fluid changes and filter cleaning
• Lubricate mechanical joints and calibrate deck pressure settings
• Verify compliance with lifting regulations and test emergency stop functions
• Ensure load-holding check valves are functional and keep meticulous service and repair records

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Strong understanding of hydraulic schematics and diagrams
• Proficient with high-pressure fluid systems and hydraulic pressure gauges
• Basic welding and fabrication capabilities
• Familiarity with commercial vehicle electronics
• Vocational qualification in mechanical engineering
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience working with heavy-duty hydraulics
• Prior hands-on experience with multi-deck car transporter systems such as Rolfo Belle, Kassborrher Lohr, or Transporter Engineering

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely work at height
• Capacity to lift weights up to 25 kilograms
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Equal Opportunity Employment

NVD promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals and maintaining a discrimination-free work environment in line with Irish and UK equality laws. We embrace openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence to create a work culture where every employee can succeed.