Elite HGV Technician – West Coast Scotland

Breedon Group plc; Oban; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary tailored to experience

Company Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave (bank holidays)

Share Saver Scheme

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts platform

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking an experienced HGV Technician in the Dunbeg, Oban area. You will inspect, service, and repair LGVs to ensure roadworthiness, diagnose faults, and perform complex mechanical and electrical repairs on trucks and trailers.

The role requires DVSA standards knowledge, a valid UK driving licence, and a minimum Level 3 qualification. You will join a busy Transport and Logistics team; good safety practices and a proactive approach are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Experience as an LGV/HGV technician or commercial vehicle mechanic.
• Valid UK driving licence (Category C or C+E preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, servicing, and maintenance of LGVs in line with DVSA standards.
• Carry out repairs on engine components, transmission, brakes, suspension, exhausts and electrical systems.
• Conduct MOT preparation and post-test inspections to meet legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and parts used.
• Attend breakdowns on site or roadside.
• Communicate repair progress and parts requirements clearly to the team.
• Support apprentices and junior technicians.

Skills

LGV/HGV experience

DVSA standards knowledge

UK driving licence

Diagnostic software familiarity

Reading technical manuals

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Health and safety awareness

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Tachograph systems

Vehicle diagnostic software

Job description

Breedon Group plc is seeking an experienced HGV Technician in the Dunbeg, Oban area. You will inspect, service, and repair LGVs to ensure roadworthiness, diagnose faults, and perform complex mechanical and electrical repairs on trucks and trailers.

The role requires DVSA standards knowledge, a valid UK driving licence, and a minimum Level 3 qualification. You will join a busy Transport and Logistics team; good safety practices and a proactive approach are essential.