HGV Mechanic

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rotating shifts

Training and career development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to join well-established,

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join the workshop team in Slough. You will service, maintain, and repair HGVs to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime.

Key duties include inspections, MOT preparation, fault diagnosis across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and keeping accurate service records. Training and progression opportunities are available within a growing company.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in HGV Maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and workshop best practice.
• Excellent communication and team working skills.
• HGV Licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, servicing, and repairs on HGVs in line with manufacturer and regulatory standards
• Prepare and present vehicles for annual MOT testing
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults
• Complete service documentation and workshop records accurately
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Support apprentice technicians and contribute to the wider workshop team
• Provide roadside assistance where required
• Participate in ongoing training and support operational requirements across other sites when necessary

Skills

HGV maintenance

Diagnostics

Health & Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in HGV Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

HGV Technician
Location: Slough
Salary: Competitive

Our client is a leading provider of waste management and environmental services, operating a modern fleet of commercial vehicles across the UK.

They are seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join their workshop team, carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, servicing, and repairs on HGVs in line with manufacturer and regulatory standards
• Prepare and present vehicles for annual MOT testing
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults
• Complete service documentation and workshop records accurately
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Support apprentice technicians and contribute to the wider workshop team
• Provide roadside assistance where required
• Participate in ongoing training and support operational requirements across other sites when necessary

Requirements

• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in HGV Maintenance (or significant relevant experience)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and workshop best practice
• Excellent communication and team working skills
• HGV Licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card would be advantageous

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Rotating shifts:
  • Week 1: 06:30 - 14:30
  • Week 2: 14:00 - 22:00
• Alternate Saturdays: 07:30 - 12:00
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business