HGV Technician

Detail 2 Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and career developmen

Job summary

Detail2 Recruitment is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy fleet workshop in Cheltenham. The role offers a stable environment, a well-equipped workshop and varied work with ongoing training.

Typical duties include inspections, servicing, MOT preparation, fault diagnosis and supporting apprentices. Salary ranges from £48,000 to £51,000 per year with alternating shifts and possible Saturday work.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Parts 1-3 or NVQ Level 3 in HGV maintenance.
• Strong hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical knowledge.
• Good understanding of health and safety in a workshop.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work alone or in a team.
• Class 2 HGV licence and Driver CPC are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspections, servicing and repairs on HGVs to DVSA standards.
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for annual MOT.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Completing service documentation and job records accurately.
• Supporting and guiding apprentice technicians.

Skills

Hydraulic knowledge

Pneumatic knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Reliability/flexibility

Education

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

Job description

HGV Technician - Automotive - Cheltenham - £48,000 - £51,000

Detail2 Recruitment is working with a leading family-owned waste management and environmental services business.

They're looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join their fleet workshop in Cheltenham.

This is a fleet operator role maintaining a busy, specialist commercial fleet. It suits a technician who wants a stable employer, a well-equipped workshop and steady, varied work without the pressure of a dealership environment.

HGV Technician - The details

• £48,000- £51,000 per annum
• Alternating weeks: Mon-Fri 06:00-16:30 / Mon-Fri 07:30-17:00
• Plus alternate Saturdays 06:00-11:30
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team culture and great benefits

HGV Technician - Requirements

• City & Guilds Parts 1-3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in HGV maintenance
• Strong hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical knowledge
• Good understanding of health and safety in a workshop environment
• Reliable, flexible and comfortable working alone or as part of a team
• Class 2 HGV licence, digital tacho card and Driver CPC an advantage
• The role involves occasional work at height (safety equipment has a 140kg weight limit)

HGV Technician - Responsibilities

• Inspections, servicing and repairs on HGVs, including warranty work, to manufacturer and DVSA standards
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for annual MOT
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults
• Completing service documentation and job records accurately
• Supporting and guiding apprentice technicians
• Roadside assistance when required, plus occasional cover at other sites
• Keeping the workshop safe, clean and organised