HGV Technician

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Professional workshop environment

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) in Lincoln is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a professional commercial vehicle workshop on a long-term basis. The role features a structured rotating shift pattern, with early and late weeks and Saturday overtime.

You will diagnose and repair HGVs to DVSA standards, service vehicles, prepare for MOT testing, and work as part of a collaborative team. Relevant NVQ/City & Guilds qualification and hands-on maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV or commercial vehicle maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic fault-finding skills.
• NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and repairing HGVs to DVSA standards.
• Carrying out servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOT testing.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults using specialist diagnostic equipment.
• Carrying out general mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Attending off-site breakdowns when required.
• Completing repair documentation and job sheets accurately.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Working as part of a professional workshop team to minimise vehicle downtime.

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

Saturday: Rotating Saturday morning - paid at time and a half

Looking for Your Next HGV Technician Opportunity?

We're recruiting for experienced HGV Technicians to join a professional commercial vehicle workshop in Lincoln.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician looking for a long-term position with a structured rotating shift pattern, excellent earning potential and additional Saturday overtime.

Shift Pattern

Week 1 - Early Shift

Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 3:30pm

Week 2 - Late Shift

Monday - Friday: 1:00pm - 10:30pm

Rotating Saturday

Saturday hours paid at time and a half.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Inspecting and repairing HGVs to DVSA standards.
• Carrying out servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOT testing.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults using specialist diagnostic equipment.
• Carrying out general mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Attending off-site breakdowns when required.
• Completing repair documentation and job sheets accurately.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Working as part of a professional workshop team to minimise vehicle downtime.

About You

We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician with:

• Relevant NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification.
• Previous HGV or commercial vehicle maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic fault-finding skills.
• A reliable and professional approach to work.
• Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Main dealer experience is advantageous, but candidates from all commercial vehicle backgrounds will be considered.

What's on Offer?

• Rotating early and late shifts.
• Monday to Friday working.
• Saturday mornings on a rota.
• Saturday overtime paid at time and a half.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Professional commercial vehicle workshop environment.
• Opportunity to develop your technical and diagnostic skills.

£44,393 per annum