HGV Technician

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HGV maintenance provider is seeking an HGV Technician/Mechanic in Livingston. This role involves servicing and repairing heavy goods vehicles and trailers, with flexible shifts available. The ideal candidate should have NVQ Level 3 qualifications or equivalent experience, strong diagnostic skills, and proficiency with tools. Benefits include a refer-a-friend scheme, retail discounts, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

£1000 refer a friend scheme

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Medical benefits

Life assurance

24/7 employee support service

Ongoing reward and recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Maintenance or equivalent.
• Proven experience as an HGV Technician or similar role.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspection, maintenance and repair of trucks and trailers.
• Electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair.
• Accurately record time and detail of completed jobs.

Skills

Diagnostics skills

Communication skills

Proficient in using hand tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Maintenance or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Our client is a leading provider of HGV maintenance and repair services, trusted by the UK’s largest commercial fleet operators for over 30 years.

They are proud to offer a comprehensive range of fleet solutions, including servicing, repairs, compliance management, and emergency support, ensuring vehicles stay on the road and businesses keep moving.

Job Overview

Are you an HGV Technician/Mechanic looking for a new exciting role in a growing and expanding business?

Our client is looking for an HGV Technician to join their team in Livingston. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles and trailers for Tesco.

All shift patterns considered as they are flexible – minimum 40.25 hours (No Monday – Friday days available)

Salary:

• Days: £20.13 per hour
• Nights: £22.37 per hour
• Overtime available – paid 1.5

Responsibilities

• Service, inspection, maintenance and repair of trucks and trailers.
• Electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation.
• Overhaul electrical equipment and components.
• Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment.
• Welding and metal working.
• Department of Transport (MOT) testing preparation.
• Parts ordering and stores management.
• Support team members including Apprentice Technicians as required.
• Accurately record time and detail of completed jobs.
• Carry out inspection and repair of workshop equipment as directed.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Maintenance or equivalent or proven experience as an HGV Technician or similar role in vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnostics skills/qualifications – desirable.
• A valid Class 1 licence – desirable.
• Proficient in using hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Opportunities To Gain Training In

• IRTEC
• LOLER / Weight Test
• BPW
• Operator Licence Awareness
• Deck Training
• FLT (new & refresher)

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a growing organisation
• £1000 refer a friend scheme
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medical benefits
• Life assurance
• 24/7 employee support service
• Ongoing reward and recognition schemes

Our client recognises Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as a key part of their People Strategy. They welcome applications from all suitable qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs.

If you have experience as a VMU Technician, HGV Mechanic, HGV Technician, HGV Truck Technician, PSV Technician, PSV Technician, or HGV Technician, then our client would like to hear from you.