HGV Technician

MFK Recruitment; Aldermaston Wharf; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join their team. The role involves conducting vehicle inspections, repairs, and ensuring stringent compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications or extensive HGV experience, strong practical skills, and a good understanding of safety regulations. Competitive pay and development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Preferably hold City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in HGV maintenance.
• 10+ years of hands-on HGV experience accepted.
• Must have current HGV licence (Class 2 minimum).
• Valid driver CPC card is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough HGV inspections and repairs to ensure compliance.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and report issues on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Maintain adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Support apprentice technicians with mentoring.

Skills

Hydraulic systems expertise

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Strong practical skills

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 or NVQ Level 3 in HGV maintenance

Tools

Digital tachograph systems

Job description

HGV Technician - Job Overview

My client is seeking an HGV Technician to join their team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective vehicle maintenance service. You will carry out inspections, repairs and MOTs on a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring all work meets manufacturer standards and complies with current legislation.

HGV Technician - Duties

• Conduct thorough HGV inspections, repairs, and warranty work to ensure road readiness, MOT compliance, and adherence to supplier and Ministry standards within deadlines.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and report mechanical issues on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Comply with company procedures to ensure all service reports, paperwork, and electronic job sheets are completed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to company and legal health & safety regulations, promptly reporting any incidents or near-misses through the appropriate channels.
• Complete all required training to maintain up-to-date skills and ensure compliance with company, depot, and legal standards.
• Support the development of apprentice technicians through mentoring and knowledge transfer.
• Provide roadside assistance to broken-down vehicles.
• Demonstrate flexibility to support business needs, including occasional cover at other depots.
• Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including health and safety and employment.
• Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder's Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

HGV Technician - Requirements

• City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in HGV maintenance preferred, though applicants with 10+ years of hands‑on HGV experience are also welcome.
• A good understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrics, with strong practical and fitting skills on mechanical and technical equipment.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of current health & safety regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A reliable team player who can also work independently when needed.
• Flexibility to occasionally cover at other sites to meet business and depot needs.
• Hold a current HGV licence (Class 2 minimum) and digital tachograph card, with a good understanding of tachograph system.
• Hold a valid driver CPC card.