HGV Technician

gap technical; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

gap technical are representing a global manufacturing business seeking an HGV Technician to work at their facility near Cumbernauld. This is a days-only position, Monday to Friday, offering £48,700 per year.

You will diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, carry out breakdowns and reactive works, and ensure timely, quality maintenance. NVQ Level 3 or City & Guild Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance is preferred; Class 1 licence is ideal.

Qualifications

• Ideally hold a Class 1 Licence.
• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guild Level 2 in heavy vehicle maintenance or equivalent.
• Irtec training desirable; funding possible after service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company HGVs to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults accurately.
• Carry out breakdowns and reactive maintenance within timeframes.
• Document work thoroughly and communicate findings to team.
• Aim for first-time fix with vigilant fault-finding.

Skills

Diagnose faults

Electrical faults

Mechanical faults

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible hours

Unsupervised work

Fast-paced environment

Education

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

Tools

Irtec

Job description

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

£48,700

Cumbernauld

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 Cumbernauld

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 escape 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