Experienced HGV Technician – Rotating Shifts & Training

Talented People; Colnbrook; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented People is recruiting an experienced HGV Technician in Colnbrook. You will inspect, service and repair HGVs and other commercial vehicles in a busy workshop, with a rotating shift pattern including some Saturdays. You will mentor apprentices and ensure work is completed to high standards.

The role requires diagnostic and fault-finding skills, a valid HGV licence (Class 2 preferred) and tachograph knowledge. This is a hands-on position in a professional team environment.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Parts 1-3 or NVQ Level 3 in HGV maintenance.
• Or 10+ years of HGV maintenance experience.
• Valid HGV licence, preferably Class 2.
• Digital tachograph card and Driver CPC.
• Knowledge of tachograph systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety legislation and safe practices.
• Efficient and high-standard repairs.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proactive problem solver; flexible with shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, servicing and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Complete warranty work where required.
• Prepare and present HGVs for annual MOT testing.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Identify and report vehicle defects.
• Complete service documentation and job records.
• Follow health and safety procedures and SOPs.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop environment.
• Mentor apprentices as needed.
• Provide roadside assistance when required.
• Keep knowledge up to date through training.
• Support and cover other sites when needed.

Skills

Diagnostics

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Tachograph systems

Health & Safety

Teamwork & mentoring

Problem solving

Education

City & Guilds Parts 1-3 / NVQ Level 3 (HGV)

10+ years HGV maintenance experience

Job description

Talented People is recruiting an experienced HGV Technician in Colnbrook. You will inspect, service and repair HGVs and other commercial vehicles in a busy workshop, with a rotating shift pattern including some Saturdays. You will mentor apprentices and ensure work is completed to high standards.

The role requires diagnostic and fault-finding skills, a valid HGV licence (Class 2 preferred) and tachograph knowledge. This is a hands-on position in a professional team environment.