HGV Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Call-out OT

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Career development

Shift rota

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is seeking a skilled HGV Technician for a reputable commercial vehicle dealership in Kidlington, Oxfordshire. The role offers a starting wage up to £22 per hour, depending on experience, with overtime opportunities and bonus potential.

The successful candidate will diagnose faults, service and repair to manufacturer standards, and maintain accurate records in a busy workshop. Training, career development, and pension scheme are provided.

Qualifications

• IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Experienced time-served HGV technicians with 5+ years' proven experience welcomed.
• Car/LCV tech interested in transitioning to HGV with training provided.
• Valid HGV driving licence or IRTEC accreditation advantageous but not essential.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and teamwork.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance and repairs to manufacturer standards within scheduled times.
• Accurately diagnose faults using appropriate techniques.
• Complete safety inspections and document findings thoroughly.
• Assist colleagues with technical issues and support the team.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of all work performed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HGV experience

Teamwork

Quality workmanship

Diagnostics

Pressure handling

Education

IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced HGV Technician to join our client's reputable commercial vehicle dealership in Kidlington, Oxfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to develop their career within a well-established business operating across multiple centres in England. The successful individual will be working as an HGV Technician, providing high-quality service and repairs in a busy workshop environment.

• Up to £22 per hour starting salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Performance-based bonuses, optional call-out work, and overtime opportunities
• Enhanced holiday entitlement, increasing with service length
• Comprehensive manufacturer-approved training programmes
• Pension scheme and additional company benefits
• Long-term career development prospects with a company that has been operating for over 50 years
• Rotational 40-hour working shifts: Week 1 (7:30am-4:00pm), Week 2 (1:30pm-10:00pm), Monday to Friday

Duties:

• Perform all service, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer standards and within scheduled timeframes
• Accurately diagnose malfunctions and faults using appropriate techniques
• Complete safety inspections and document all findings thoroughly as an HGV Technician
• Assist colleagues with technical issues, supporting the team
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Maintain detailed records of all work performed by the HGV Technician
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Minimum IMI/NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair; experienced time-served HGV Technicians with over 5 years of proven relevant experience will also be considered
• Car or LCV technicians interested in specialising as an HGV Technician are encouraged to apply; training will be provided to support this transition
• A valid HGV driving licence or IRTEC accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and excellent team collaboration skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure in a busy environment
• Motivated individual capable of working towards targets and delivering high standards