HGV Technician

GIST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Greater London is seeking an HGV Technician to maintain and repair a modern fleet of vehicles. This role involves expert servicing, ensuring safety and performance meet industry standards. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, strong diagnostic skills, and prior HGV experience. Attractive benefits include daily shift premiums and training support for obtaining a Class 1 license. Join a supportive team that values skill development and teamwork.

Benefits

20% M&S discount on food, clothing, and homeware

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Company Pension & life assurance

Training and support for HGV Class 1 license

Qualifications

• Expertise in servicing and maintaining HGVs to high safety standards.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HGVs and trailers to ensure safety and performance.
• Diagnose and repair faults effectively.
• Respond to breakdowns and maintain equipment.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

HGV experience in a fast-paced environment

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Job Title HGV Technician Location Enfield, EN3 7QP GB (Main)

Job Description

About the role

Location : Enfield

Salary : £57,716 + shift premiums (weekends, bank holidays and between the hours of 6 : 00pm and 6 : 00am)

Shift Pattern : Any 5 of 7 days working a rotating two weekly shift pattern of 6 : 00am – 2 : 30pm and 2 : 00pm and 10 : 30pm

If you’re looking for job security, career progression, and a strong team environment, this is the place for you and as part of your role, your benefits include :

• 20% M&S discount on food, clothing, and homeware
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Training, manufacturer-led courses, and support for your HGV Class 1 license (after a qualifying period)
• Company Pension & life assurance
• Work with modern tools, diagnostic equipment, and a safe, well-maintained environment, we are proud to share we are RoSPA Gold awarded for 2025
• Plus much, much more : Why work for us? | Gist Limited

Why Join Us

At Gist, we don’t just keep fleets moving – we keep careers growing. Working in partnership with M&S, we deliver cutting-edge logistics solutions that play a vital role in keeping stores stocked and customers satisfied nationwide. Behind that success is our team of highly skilled HGV Technicians, whose expertise ensures our vehicles are safe, reliable, and operating at peak performance every single day.

We’re looking for talented HGV Technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair our modern, well-invested fleet to the highest industry standards, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is an opportunity to work with the latest technology, develop your technical skills, and be part of a supportive team where quality, safety, and continuous improvement come first. If you take pride in your work and want a role where your skills genuinely make a difference, this is a career that moves with you.

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• HGV experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Class 1 license is desirable, but if you don’t have it, we will support with this

What You'll Be Doing

• You’ll keep our HGVs and trailers performing at their best through expert servicing and maintenance that meets the highest safety and performance standards
• Use your technical expertise to accurately diagnose and repair a wide range of electrical and mechanical faults
• Respond to breakdowns and reactive maintenance with confidence, delivering effective first-time fixes that keep operations moving
• Work to manufacturer guidelines, using the latest technology and best practices to maintain a reliable, efficient modern fleet
• Maintain clear, accurate records of all work completed, supporting compliance, quality, and continuous improvement

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Now’s your chance to build a career that really moves. Apply today and start your journey with us!

We celebrate individuality and believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger. That is why we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and confident to be themselves. Bring your authentic self, unlock your full potential, and grow your career in an environment that champions you.

Don’t wait — we may close applications early once we reach capacity. Apply now and take the next step forward.

Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.

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Recruiter MacDonald, Lynsey (Recruitment Advisor - People, Safety & Culture)