HGV Technician

VEHICLE TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay 1.5x

Bonuses (mid-year & annual)

Paid training and development

Company pension

Job summary

Vehicle Technical Services LTD is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to join our modern workshop. You'll carry out servicing, inspections, diagnostics and repairs across a range of HGVs and light commercial vehicles, helping keep fleets safe and roadworthy.

You’ll work Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm with alternating day and late shifts, and a late shift supplement along with overtime paid at 1.5x. We offer paid training and development, with opportunities for HGV, ADR and tachograph training, in a

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• Confident diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and completing quality repairs independently.
• Experienced in PMIs and MOT preparation to DVSA standards.
• Several years’ experience on DAF, Mercedes, Volvo, Scania or Iveco.
• IRTEC accreditation would be an advantage.
• HGV licence preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and safety inspections on HGVs and trailers.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Completing repairs to engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension and other major components.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and maintaining high standards of roadworthiness.
• Completing accurate job cards and inspection records.
• Working safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Working professionally with the wider workshop team.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Electrical systems

MOT preparation

PMIs

DVSA standards

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop tools

Job description

Join Vehicle Technical Services LTD as an HGV Technician and put your skills to work in a modern workshop, with competitive pay, paid training and a friendly, experienced team.

Vehicle Technical Services LTD

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Alternating day and late shifts
• Late shift supplement and overtime paid at 1.5x

Days: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm — 37.5 hours per week

About Us

Vehicle Technical Services LTD is an independent commercial vehicle repair specialist, established in 1993. From our fully equipped, five-bay workshop, we service, maintain and repair all makes of HGVs and light commercial vehicles for fleets across Staffordshire and beyond.

We’re looking for a skilled technician to join our friendly, experienced team.

About the Role

You’ll carry out servicing, inspections, diagnostics and repairs across a variety of commercial vehicle makes and models, helping keep our customers’ fleets safe and roadworthy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and safety inspections on HGVs and trailers.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Completing repairs to engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension and other major components.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and maintaining high standards of roadworthiness.
• Completing accurate job cards and inspection records.
• Working safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Working professionally with the wider workshop team.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, or equivalent.
• Confident diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and completing quality repairs independently.
• Experienced in PMIs and MOT preparation to DVSA standards.
• Several years’ experience or strong practical ability working on DAF, Mercedes, Volvo, Scania or Iveco vehicles.
• Reliable, with pride in your workmanship.
• IRTEC accreditation or specialist training would be an advantage.
• HGV licence preferred, but not essential.
• Competitive pay based on experience, plus mid-year and annual bonuses.
• Optional overtime, early starts and flexibility with hours.
• A modern, fully equipped workshop with an in-house brake tester and multiple diagnostic tools.
• Paid training and development, including opportunities for HGV, ADR and tachograph training.
• A clean working environment, common-sense management and a friendly team where you’re valued.
• Company parts discounts and use of the workshop.
• Loyalty benefits and a company pension.

Other suitable skills and experience include:

HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Fleet Technician, Trailer Technician, Vehicle Maintenance Technician.