HGV Technician

L&R Roadlines; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Company pool vehicle for business travel

21 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off every year

Long service awards

Salary sacrifice scheme

Employee health insurance

Job summary

L&R Roadlines in Ellesmere Port is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic to service and maintain their specialist road marking fleet. This role involves working primarily in a workshop, with occasional travel to satellite depots.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in HGV maintenance, relevant mechanical qualifications, and strong diagnostic skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, 21 days annual leave, employee health insurance, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience maintaining and repairing HGVs or commercial vehicles.
• Relevant mechanical qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Strong diagnostic skills for mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair HGVs and road marking equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT tests and ensure compliance.

Skills

HGV maintenance and repair

Diagnostic skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Welding and fabrication

LOLER and HIAB systems

Job description

About the Role

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing our specialist fleet of road marking vehicles and associated equipment. Your work will play a vital role in keeping our fleet safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance, ensuring projects across the UK stay on track.

This is primarily a workshop‑based role, with occasional travel to our satellite depots in Liverpool and Sandbach, as well as breakdown and repair call‑outs when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair HGVs, trailers, and specialist road marking equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults.
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and safety checks.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and ensure full DVSA compliance.
• Attend occasional roadside breakdowns and emergency repair call‑outs.
• Travel to satellite depots to support fleet maintenance when required.
• Complete workshop documentation, inspection reports, and defect records accurately.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, housekeeping, and workmanship.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience maintaining and repairing HGVs, commercial vehicles, or specialist fleet vehicles.
• Relevant mechanical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent) or demonstrable industry experience.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Experience carrying out servicing, inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to a high standard.
• Good understanding of DVSA standards, MOT preparation, and vehicle compliance requirements.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads effectively, and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience with LOLER, HIAB, or hydraulic systems.
• IRTEC accreditation or other relevant commercial vehicle qualifications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Company pool vehicle for business travel.
• 21 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Birthday off every year.
• Long service awards and recognition.
• Company events and team activities.
• Salary sacrifice scheme.
• Perkbox employee benefits platform.
• Employee health insurance.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive, friendly, and close‑knit working environment.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced HGV Mechanic looking for a long‑term career with a well-established business that invests in its people, equipment, and future, we'd love to hear from you. Join L&R Roadlines and play your part in keeping the UK's road network moving.