Hgv Technician

Scout Unite Ltd; Milton Malsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Northampton is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on HGVs. The role offers competitive pay, consistent hours, and a supportive team-oriented work environment. Ideal candidates will have a full UK driving licence and relevant qualifications, with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Regular, reliable shift patterns

Overtime available

Ongoing training and development

Supportive, team-based culture

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in a commercial vehicle workshop is essential.
• IRTEC accreditation or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs.
• Diagnose and fix mechanical and electrical faults.
• Ensure that all work meets Health & Safety regulations.
• Attend roadside breakdowns or customer sites when required.

Skills

Routine servicing

Maintenance and repairs

Diagnosing mechanical faults

Health & Safety regulations knowledge

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Overview

HGV Technician – Northampton. We're offering a great opportunity for skilled HGV Technicians who want consistent hours, competitive pay, and a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and trailers in line with VOSA standards


• Diagnose and fix mechanical and electrical faults


• Ensure all work meets Health & Safety regulations


• Attend roadside breakdowns or customer sites when required


• Accurately complete job cards, service sheets, and clocking records


• Liaise with the parts department to order and collect necessary parts


• Keep the workshop clean, safe, and organised


• Stay updated with product knowledge and attend training when needed

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence


• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent experience


• IRTEC accreditation (or willingness to obtain it)


• HGV and/or PSV licence (preferred)


• Previous experience in a commercial vehicle workshop environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate


• Regular, reliable shift patterns


• Overtime available


• Ongoing training and development


• Supportive, team-based culture