HGV Night Shift Technician -£52K

Tru Talent; England; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced HGV Night Shift Technician in Southampton. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £52,000 with overtime opportunities. You'll be responsible for servicing and repairing HGVs in a modern workshop environment, ensuring safety and compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and proven experience. Join a team that values ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

Overtime at time and a half

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Employee wellbeing and support programme

Ongoing manufacturer training and career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter.
• Ability to identify worn and faulty components to DVSA standards.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing and preventative maintenance on HGVs and trailers.
• Carry out major and minor mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Diagnose faults and plan repair work.
• Complete relevant documentation and warranty claims.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and stock control.
• Provide support for roadside breakdowns when required.

Skills

HGV maintenance and repair

Fault diagnosis

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Team player

Education

Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

HGV Night Shift Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter - Southampton - Nights 18:00-06:00 - Up to £52,(Apply online only) + Overtime

Location: Southampton

Salary: Up to £52,(Apply online only) plus overtime at 1.5x

Hours: 48 per week

Shift: 4 on 4 off, nights 18:00 - 06:00

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

What's in it for you

• Overtime at time and a half
• Saturdays paid at overtime rate
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing and support programme
• Ongoing manufacturer training and career development
• Work on a modern mixed fleet in a well-equipped workshop

The Role

We are seeking experienced HGV Technicians, Mechanics, and Fitters to join our busy night shift workshop in Southampton. You will be responsible for servicing, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on HGVs, trailers, and fleet vehicles, ensuring they are safe, compliant, and road-ready. The night shift and overtime pay make this an ideal opportunity to maximise earnings while building your career in a modern workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities of an HGV Technician

• Perform servicing and preventative maintenance on HGVs and trailers
• Carry out major and minor mechanical and electrical repairs
• Diagnose faults and plan repair work
• Complete relevant documentation and warranty claims
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and stock control
• Provide support for roadside breakdowns when required

Skills and Qualifications for an HGV Technician

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI)
• Proven experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter
• Ability to identify worn and faulty components to DVSA standards
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience with diagnostics and advanced repair work
• Flexible approach and good time management skills
• Team player with strong attention to detail

Click 'Apply Now' to take the next step in your HGV Night Shift Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter career.