HGV Technician

gap technical; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

gap technical are representing a global manufacturing business seeking an HGV Technician to join their Barnsley facility. The role is days-only (Mon-Fri) and on-site, paying £46,384 per year.

You will maintain HGVs, diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, carry out breakdowns, and ensure first-time fixes. NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance is expected, with ideally a Class 1 licence and Irtec desirable.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance or equivalent.
• Ideally hold a Class 1 Licence.
• Desirable to hold Irtec; training can be supported after length of service.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Able to work in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the company's HGVs.
• Complete all work on time and in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Carry out breakdowns and reactive work to high standards.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and communicate findings to teammates.
• Document work accurately and aim for first-time fixes.

Skills

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Effective communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

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

£46,384

Barnsley

Performance Objectives

• Responsible for maintaining the company's HGVs.


• Ensuring that all work is completed on time and in compliance with manufacturer guidelines.


• Responsible for carrying out all breakdowns and reactive works to high standards and within the given timeframe.


• You should be able to accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults with the HGVs, communicate technical information to your teammates, and elevate any issues to relevant managers.


• You should also possess a keen eye for detail and ensure that all work is accurately documented.


• Additionally, you'll demonstrate good diagnostic and fault-finding skills ensuring first-time fix.

Person Specification

• Ideally a Class 1 Licence


• Excellent communication skills


• Team player attitude, able to recognise and lend a hand where necessary


• A flexible approach to your hours and duties


• Ability to work unsupervised


• Ability to work in a fast paced environment


• Ideally, you'll have previous experience in a fast-paced distribution environment. Hold an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guild Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance or equivalent


• Desirably hold your Irtec. Training and funding can however be supported to achieve your HGV Class 1 licence or Irtec after a successful length of service.

Closing Date: 04/10/2026

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