HGV Technician

Octane Recruitment Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured pay progression

Career development opportunities

Overtime at 1.25x

Technical training support

Licence training may be available

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced HGV Technician in Gloucester to join an established workshop. You should hold a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and have prior HGV or commercial vehicle experience. A full UK driving licence is required; Class 1/2 is preferred but not essential.

Salary is £17.00–£18.33 per hour with overtime at 1.25x and 42.5 hours per week. Hours are Monday to Friday, with potential for flexibility and career progression.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical, servicing and diagnostic skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Carry out preventative maintenance inspections.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and rectify defects.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults.
• Complete repairs to required workshop standards.
• Maintain accurate job cards and workshop records.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostics

Maintenance & repair

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

HGV Technician – Gloucester

We are recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician or HGV Mechanic to join an established workshop in Gloucester. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent), have previous HGV or commercial vehicle experience and have the right to work in the UK. A Full UK Driving Licence and Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence are preferred but not essential.

Location: Gloucester

Salary: £17.00 - £18.33 per hour, with higher rates available subject to experience and qualifications

Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week, approximately 8:00am–5:00pm - Can be flexible

Overtime: Paid at 1.25x basic rate

Ref: 31635

Why Apply?

• Monday to Friday working
• Overtime paid at 1.25x
• Structured pay progression
• Higher rates available for additional experience and qualifications
• Further technical training
• Career development opportunities
• Additional qualification opportunities
• HGV licence training may be available for the right candidate

HGV Technician Role

• Service, maintain and repair HGVs and commercial vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
• Carry out preventative maintenance inspections
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and rectify defects
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults
• Complete repairs to required workshop standards
• Maintain accurate job cards and workshop records

HGV Technician Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician or Heavy Vehicle Technician
• Strong mechanical, servicing and diagnostic skills
• Right to work in the UK
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred
• Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence preferred but not essential

Ancillary equipment qualifications or experience would be advantageous