HGV Technician

Terberg Matec UK; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

My Benefits discounts

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join our Aftermarket team in Evercreech. You will diagnose faults, service to VOSA standards, prepare for MOT, and perform body and chassis repairs to high safety and quality levels.

You'll maintain records, travel to customer sites as needed, and work 45 hours per week with a 06:00–18:00 schedule. NVQ3 in Heavy Vehicle maintenance is required; salary up to £48,189.77 per annum DOE.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance.
• Proven experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
• Experience with electric vehicles, IRTEC qualification, or HGV Class 2 licence is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment
• Service vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare them for MOT inspections
• Complete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Department of Transport specifications
• Maintain accurate records and enter job details into company systems
• Liaise professionally with customers and work independently at customer sites
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to company standards
• Follow health and safety procedures and conduct risk assessments where required
• Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledge

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Electronics knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Wiring diagrams understanding

Customer service

Independence / time management

Willingness to travel

Electric vehicles experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance

Job description

Role: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic

Location: Evercreech, BA4 6NA

Hours: 45 hours per week | between 06:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £48,189.77 pa DOE

Are you a skilled technician with a passion for vehicle maintenance and a commitment to high standards? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HGV Technician to join our Aftermarket team! This hands-on role involves maintaining and repairing refuse collection vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment
• Service vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare them for MOT inspections
• Complete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Department of Transport specifications
• Maintain accurate records and enter job details into company systems
• Liaise professionally with customers and work independently at customer sites
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to company standards
• Follow health and safety procedures and conduct risk assessments where required
• Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledge

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance
• Proven experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including overtime
• Experience with electric vehicles, IRTEC qualification, or HGV Class 2 licence is a bonus

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.