HGV Technician

Interaction Recruitment Group; Harlow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly pay

Free on-site parking

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Company events

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group in Harlow is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy, independent workshop. You will service, inspect and repair heavy goods vehicles, using TEXA or Jaltest diagnostic tools, and contribute to MOT preparation.

The role offers a substantial salary (£42,000 - £65,000) with a fortnightly pay cycle, overtime bonuses, on-site parking, pension and ongoing training. A Class 1/2 licence is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and diagnostic experience with HGVs.
• Experience servicing, inspecting and repairing vehicles.
• Familiarity with TEXA or Jaltest diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Carry out fault finding using TEXA and Jaltest diagnostics.
• Complete MOT preparation and rectification work.
• Investigate and repair vehicle defects.
• Carry out repairs safely and to a high standard.
• Complete service sheets and vehicle documentation accurately.
• Work independently and as part of a workshop team.

Skills

HGV Technician

Mechanical skills

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent

Class 1 or Class 2 licence (adv)

Tools

TEXA

Jaltest

Job description

Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: £42,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday-Friday, rotating shifts
Employment: Permanent, Full-time

The Opportunity

I am currently working with an established independent HGV workshop in Harlow who are looking to recruit an experienced HGV Technician to join their growing workshop team.

This is a hands-on position suited to a technician with strong mechanical and diagnostic experience who takes pride in their workmanship and enjoys working on a varied range of commercial vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Carry out fault finding using diagnostic equipment, including TEXA and Jaltest.
• Complete MOT preparation and rectification work.
• Investigate and repair vehicle defects.
• Carry out repairs safely and to a high standard.
• Complete service sheets, job cards and vehicle documentation accurately.
• Work both independently and as part of a workshop team.
• Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• Good knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles.
• Experience with servicing, inspections and repairs.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment such as TEXA or Jaltest.
• A logical approach to fault finding.
• Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• A reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Class 1 or Class 2 licence is advantageous but not essential.

Working Hours

The role operates on a fortnightly shift pattern:

Week 1: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm

Week 2: Monday-Friday, 12:00pm-8:00pm
Plus: Saturday, 7:00am-12:00pm

A £60 late-shift bonus is paid during the late-shift week.

Package

• £42,000 - £65,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• £60 late-shift bonus.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company events.
• Fortnightly pay.