HGV Technician

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle dealership in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Roadside HGV Technician. The role involves providing essential roadside assistance and emergency repairs to commercial vehicles in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have proven experience, strong diagnostic skills, and a relevant qualification. The position offers a competitive OTE of £50,000 - £60,000 per year, 30 days holiday, pension scheme, and career development opportunities. Flexibility for call-out work is essential.

Benefits

30 days holiday including bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

Career development pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in providing roadside assistance and emergency repairs to commercial vehicles.
• Proficiency in diagnosing faults quickly using diagnostic tools.
• Ability to represent the business professionally while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide roadside assistance and emergency repairs to commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose faults quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Carry out repairs to high safety and quality standards.

Skills

Proven experience as an HGV Technician

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

Flexibility to work alternating 24-hour call-out weeks

Education

Relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Roadside HGV Technician - Bournemouth

OTE: £50,000 – £60,000 per year (including standby and call-out enhancements)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (basic 40-hour week) + alternating 24-hour weekend call-out rota

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Roadside HGV Technician to join a leading commercial vehicle dealership in Bournemouth. This is an exciting role for a dedicated technician who thrives in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment, providing essential roadside assistance and emergency repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide roadside assistance and emergency repairs to commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose faults quickly and efficiently using the latest diagnostic tools, ensuring minimal downtime for customers.
• Carry out repairs to the highest safety and quality standards, maintaining clear communication with the control centre and customers.
• Represent the business with professionalism while working independently on call.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician.
• A relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential).
• Flexibility to work alternating 24‑hour call‑out weeks, including weekends.

What's On Offer

• OTE £50,000 - £60,000 per year with standby and call‑out enhancements
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service)
• Employee assistance programme and mental health first aider support
• Pension scheme, staff events, and free parking
• Career development pathways and ongoing manufacturer training
• Cycle to work scheme and employee discounts

If you're an experienced HGV Technician with strong diagnostic skills and a flexible approach to on‑call work, we still want to hear from you. We value reliability, problem‑solving ability, and a customer‑first attitude.

If you're ready to take on a dynamic roadside role with top earning potential, get in touch with Cal today.

Call Cal at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed)

Email: (url removed)

Ref: INDCR