HGV Technician

Consult2Recruit; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term opportunity

On-site role in Doncaster

Job summary

Consult2Recruit is recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician for a day shift in Doncaster. The role supports a large vehicle logistics operation, focusing on maintenance and safety of the commercial fleet.

You will perform servicing, diagnostics and repairs on HGVs, with emphasis on roadworthiness and compliance, while maintaining accurate records and working with the workshop team.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV/LGV technician.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and electrical understanding.
• Qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ or equivalent are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults.
• Conducting routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Carrying out MOT preparation and associated repairs where required.
• Using diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Ensuring vehicles are maintained to a high standard and roadworthy.
• Completing maintenance records and relevant documentation.
• Working safely in line with procedures and regulations.
• Supporting the wider workshop and operations team.

Skills

HGV / LGV Technician

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Diagnostics

Education

City & Guilds

NVQ

Job description

HGV Technician - Day Shift - Doncaster

Location: Doncaster

Job Type: Full-time, Ongoing

Pay: £19.80 per hour including shift allowance

Shift: Days - 4 on, 4 off

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading vehicle logistics and automotive services company for an experienced HGV Technician to join their operation in Doncaster.

Our client operates within the automotive and vehicle logistics sector, providing a range of services to major vehicle manufacturers, dealerships and automotive businesses. Their operations involve the movement, storage, inspection, preparation and management of vehicles, supported by a large commercial vehicle fleet.

Due to continued demand, they are looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join their day-shift maintenance team.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will play an important role in keeping the company's commercial vehicle fleet safe, reliable and operational.

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults
• Conducting routine inspections and preventative maintenance
• Carrying out MOT preparation and associated repairs where required
• Using diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults
• Ensuring vehicles are maintained to a high standard and remain roadworthy
• Completing maintenance records and relevant documentation
• Working safely and in line with company procedures and industry regulations
• Supporting the wider workshop and operations team
• Responding to vehicle defects and breakdown-related maintenance when required

Shift Pattern & Pay

4 Days On / 4 Days Off

06:00 - 18:00

• 12-hour shifts
• 4 days on, 4 days off
• £18.00 per hour basic rate
• Shift allowance bringing the rate to £19.80 per hour
• Full-time, ongoing position

About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced HGV Technician with a strong background in commercial vehicle maintenance.

You should have:

• Previous experience as an HGV / LGV Technician
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Experience diagnosing and repairing HGVs or commercial vehicles
• Good understanding of vehicle safety and roadworthiness
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A professional and reliable approach
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent are desirable

Why Apply?

• £19.80 per hour including shift allowance
• 4 on, 4 off day shift
• 06:00 - 18:00 working hours
• Full-time, ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• Long-term opportunity
• Work within a large-scale automotive operation
• Opportunity to develop your career within the commercial vehicle sector