HGV Technician

Auto Skills UK; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension contributions up to 5%

Life Assurance

Monthly bonus scheme

Overtime paid at up to 130%

Further education and training support

Ongoing development and career progres

Modern workshop environment

Stable and growing business with OT

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Croydon is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to service and repair heavy goods vehicles in a modern workshop. You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and ensure safety standards are met, with a clear path for career progression and ongoing training.

The role offers an attractive hourly rate with a monthly bonus and substantial overtime, along with a supportive team and modern facilities in a busy commercial vehicle environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Experience using diagnostic and repair equipment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle inspections and diagnostics using specialist diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Repair and maintain engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension.
• Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Conduct post-repair inspections and road tests.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records using CMMS systems.
• Work closely with Workshop Controllers and service teams.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety and company standards.
• Participate in ongoing manufacturer and technical training.
• Provide breakdown cover on a rota basis.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Diagnostic equipment

Teamwork

Job description

HGV Technician

Salary: £17.00 - £24.00 per hour
OTE: £37,570 - £53,040 basic salary
Top-end salary available for Master Technicians
Monthly Bonus: Up to £300 per month
OTE with bonus: Up to £56,640+
Overtime: Paid at 130% after 42.5 hours

Location: Croydon

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a role with excellent earning potential, ongoing training, and genuine career progression?

We are looking for skilled and motivated HGV Technicians to join a growing and forward-thinking commercial vehicle workshop team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a modern environment with excellent support, strong benefits, and unlimited overtime opportunities available.

Hours:

1:30pm - 10:00pm
42.5-hour contracts with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair of heavy goods vehicles to the highest safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle inspections and diagnostics using specialist diagnostic equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
• Repair and maintain engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension
• Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance
• Conduct post-repair inspections and road tests
• Maintain accurate service and repair records using CMMS systems
• Work closely with Workshop Controllers and service teams
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety and company standards
• Participate in ongoing manufacturer and technical training
• Provide breakdown cover on a rota basis

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Experience using diagnostic and repair equipment
• Full UK driving licence
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced workshop environment
• HGV Licence desirable but not essential
• FLT Licence desirable but not essential

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional Duvet Day
• Carry over up to 5 days holiday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company pension contributions up to 5%
• Life Assurance
• Monthly bonus scheme
• Overtime paid at up to 130%
• Further education and training support
• Ongoing development and career progression
• Modern workshop environment
• Stable and growing business with consistent overtime available

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to be part of a committed and collaborative team, while continuing to develop their technical skills within the commercial vehicle industry.

Job Ref: 53739