HGV Technician

Autoskills-Uk; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

31 days holiday

Technical training

Career progression

Professional workshop

Job summary

Autoskills-Uk in Ipswich is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join our professional workshop. You will service, repair and diagnose a varied fleet of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring safety and road readiness.

The role offers a full-time, permanent position with a structured training path and opportunities for career progression. Requirements include City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, plus proven HGV experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified HGV technician with City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven experience in servicing, repairs and diagnostics of heavy goods vehicles.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Follow manufacturer procedures and repair standards.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Assist with fault diagnosis and problem solving.

Skills

HGV servicing & repair

Electrical fault finding

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

UK driving licence

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Technician

Locations: Ipswich

Salary: £36,000 - £48,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm with 1 saturday a month. | 40 hours per week

Looking for Your Next Move?

An established and highly regarded commercial vehicle business is looking for experienced HGV Technicians to join its professional workshop teams in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified HGV Technician who takes pride in their workmanship and wants to build a long-term career within a professional commercial vehicle environment.

You’ll be working on a varied fleet of heavy goods vehicles, carrying out servicing, repairs, maintenance and diagnostics to ensure customer vehicles remain safe, compliant and road-ready.

The Role

• Carrying out servicing, repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs.
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults.
• Following manufacturer specifications and approved repair procedures.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Assisting with technical fault diagnosis and problem-solving.
• Completing warranty work and associated documentation accurately.
• Completing job cards, repair orders and time recording in line with company procedures.
• Working efficiently to support workshop productivity and minimise vehicle downtime.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
• Keeping tools, equipment and workshop facilities in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Working closely with colleagues and management to maintain an effective workshop operation.
• Contributing to improvements in workshop processes and procedures.
• Taking part in ongoing technical training and professional development.

About You

• City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Previous experience working within a commercial vehicle or HGV workshop.
• Proven technical competence in HGV servicing, repair and maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Excellent problem-solving ability and a proactive approach.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• A flexible and adaptable approach.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• A commitment to continued learning and development.

Desirable Experience

• Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Licence.
• Tachograph Licence.
• Previous HGV main dealership experience.
• Experience as a Diagnostic Technician.
• Strong experience using vehicle diagnostic equipment.

What's on Offer?

• £36,000 - £48,000 per annum, depending on experience and shift pattern.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.
• 40-hour working week.
• Overtime opportunities.
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Ongoing technical training and development.
• Opportunity to develop your diagnostic and technical expertise.
• Long-term career progression within an established commercial vehicle business.
• Professional workshop environment with a strong focus on quality and safety.