HGV Technician

Straight-Line Group Services Ltd; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent employment

Career development

Job summary

Straight-Line Group Services Ltd is seeking an experienced HGV Technician for a permanent role in Essex. The role involves maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of heavy goods vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have proven HGV experience, strong diagnostic skills and a professional approach. The company offers a competitive salary and opportunities for overtime pay in addition to base pay.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV Technician or equivalent in a workshop environment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Knowledge of HGV maintenance, servicing and repairs.
• A recognised qualification in vehicle maintenance or similar discipline is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Completing inspections, safety checks and preventative maintenance.
• Identifying faults and carrying out effective repairs.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.
• Maintaining accurate service records and workshop documentation.

Skills

Diagnostics

Fault finding

Electrical systems

Teamwork

Education

Vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

HGV Technician - Essex

£45,000 + overtime paid at time and a half.

Permanent Position | Excellent Opportunity

I am currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician to join a well-established business based in Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled technician looking to join a professional team, work on a modern fleet of heavy goods vehicles, and develop their career within the commercial vehicle industry.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring all vehicles remain safe, roadworthy and compliant with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Completing inspections, safety checks and preventative maintenance.
• Identifying faults and carrying out effective repairs.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.
• Maintaining accurate service records and workshop documentation.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Knowledge of HGV maintenance, servicing and repairs.
• A recognised qualification in vehicle maintenance or a similar discipline is desirable.
• A proactive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Permanent, stable employment.
• Opportunity to work with an established business.
• Supportive working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.