HGV Technician

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Pension plan

Life assurance

Healthcare (BUPA)

Dealer group training

Progression to Master Technician

Job summary

Kemp Recruitment Ltd is actively seeking a time-served HGV Technician in Derby. The role offers a consistent shift pattern with a mix of early and back-shift weeks and includes overtime paid at 1.5x rate. OTE £49,500 - £52,500 reflects potential earnings with overtime and progression opportunities within a large dealer group.

The position emphasizes manufacturer training, progression to Master Technician, and a stable long-term career in a leading UK commercial vehicle dealership in Derby.

Qualifications

• Time-served HGV Technician.
• Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance / City & Guilds (essential).
• Experience working on HGVs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and repairs on HGVs.
• Safety inspections.
• Routine maintenance.
• Working efficiently within a busy workshop team.
• Completing job cards and paperwork accurately.

Skills

Time-served HGV Technician

Experience working on HGVs

Team player

Education

Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance / City & Guilds

Job description

HGV Technician - Derby

Hours:
2 weeks of earlies followed by 1 week of lates
Week 1 & 2 (Earlies): Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:30
Week 3 (Back Shift): Monday - Friday, 14:00 - 00:00
Plus Saturday mornings on the 1st week of the early rotation - 06:00 - 14:00

Full time, permanent

Earning Potential - Salary:
£18.00 - £21.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
OTE: £49,500 - £52,500

Overview

HGV Technician wanted for the largest independent commercial vehicle dealer group in the UK. Based in Derby, this role offers a consistent shift pattern of 2 weeks earlies then 1 week back shift. Manufacturer training and genuine progression on offer, including progression to Master Technician. If you’re Level 3 qualified and ready for a stable role with a major dealer group, this is the one.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and repairs on HGVs
• Safety inspections
• Routine maintenance
• Working efficiently within a busy workshop team
• Completing job cards and paperwork accurately

What You’ll Need

• Time-served HGV Technician
• Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance / City & Guilds (essential)
• Experience working on HGVs
• Mechanical ability with a good attitude

What’s On Offer

• 2 weeks earlies, 1 week back shift
• 31 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - rising to 33 after 5 years’ service
• Auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions and salary sacrifice options
• Life assurance - typically 2x salary
• Discounted healthcare via BUPA medical insurance
• Family and friends discounted car scheme + vehicle purchase discounts
• Retail discounts - high street, travel, health & beauty, entertainment
• Full manufacturer training
• Progression to Master Technician
• HGV licence, Class 1 licence, Tachograph, Forklift & Roadside Awareness Training available

Sound like you?

Think you might be a good fit? If you’re a time-served HGV Technician looking for a role with a major dealer group and a consistent shift pattern, there’s manufacturer training, progression to Master Tech, and genuine career development.