HGV Fitter

Gap Technical Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business based near Leyland is seeking an HGV & Plant Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in HGV maintenance, hold a City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification, and have skills in diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults. This full-time position offers a salary between £49,000 - £53,300 and requires a commitment to safety and quality in work. Interested applicants should send their CV through the Apply option on the website.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an HGV/Plant Technician.
• Apprentice trained and qualified to a recognized standard.
• Experience in MOT preparation for Tractor Units & Trailers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and repairs to HGVs, trailers, and other plant.
• Diagnose and fix mechanical and electrical faults.
• Order vehicle parts as necessary.

Skills

HGV/Plant Technician experience

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Electrical fault diagnosis

Basic welding skills

Hydraulic skills

Auto electrical skills

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Fitter
£49,000 - £53,300

Leyland

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a HGV & Plant Technician to work at their facility based near Leyland

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGV's, Trailers, Pool Cars & Other Plant to VOSA standard
• Diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical & electrical faults using Texa diagnostic equipment
• Dismantle, repair/replace faulty components and test the new ones are working safely
• Liaise with HGV workshop administrator to order vehicle parts
• Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Person Specification

• 4+ Years of HGV/Plant Technician experience
• Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence (Desirable)
• MOT Preparation Experience - Tractor Units & Trailers
• Previous experience working with HGV's and Plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills
• Hardworking and can work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner
• IRTEC Accreditation (Desirable)
• Loler competence - experience in undertaking loler inspections - LEEA Apply

Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 04/01/2026

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