HGV Technician

Manpower Group (UK); Newmarket; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

PPE provided

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24

Generous bonus scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Referral programme

Casual dress

Job summary

Manpower is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HGV Technician to join their established team in Newmarket on a permanent contract. An ideal candidate may be an experienced HGV/LCV or a Car/Van Technician transitioning into the HGV sector.

The role offers a clear career path with a strong focus on quality workmanship, employee development, and customer service, including training opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing faults using computer diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to undertake further training and development.
• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections and repairs to DVSA standards.
• Diagnose faults using computer technology and mechanical expertise.
• Liaise with Parts Department as required.
• Service and repair vehicles per manufacturer guidelines and timescales.
• Develop and maintain best practice across service operations.
• Participate in the Service Van rota.
• Complete inspection sheets and job cards accurately.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Willingness to train

Franchise dealership experience

HGV/Heavy vehicle knowledge

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Repair

Tools

Computer-based diagnostic systems

Job description

HGV Technician

Manpower is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HGV Technician to join their established team in Newmarket on a permanent contract.

Are you an experienced LCV/HGV Technician looking for a new challenge? Our client has built an excellent reputation within the Commercial and HGV Vehicle sector, delivering high-quality service and maintenance solutions. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to add skilled technicians to their team.

You may already be an experienced HGV Technician, or perhaps a Car/Van Technician looking to broaden your skills and transition into the HGV industry. Either way, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that takes pride in quality workmanship, employee development, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine inspections and repairs to DVSA standards.
• Diagnosing faults using computer technology and mechanical expertise.
• Liaising with the Parts Department as required.
• Servicing and repairing vehicles in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and timescales, including gearboxes, brakes, and suspension systems.
• Developing and maintaining best practice across all service operations.
• Participating in the Service Van rota.
• Completing inspection sheets and job cards accurately and to a high standard.
• Ensuring all company, franchise, Health & Safety, Environmental, and ISO policies and standards are adhered to.

About You

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a friendly and supportive team environment.
• Previous experience working within a franchise dealership preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible approach to work with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to undertake further training and development.
• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Repair and Maintenance preferred.
• Comfortable using computer-based diagnostic systems.
• Experience working in a main dealer environment is advantageous.
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence beneficial but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• £41,000 - £43,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Monday to Friday with alternating shifts:
  • 06:00 - 14:00
  • 14:00 - 22:00 (Friday late shift: 12:00 - 20:00)
• Additional hours available.
• 31 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• PPE provided.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support.
• Generous bonus scheme rewarding team achievement.
• Employee satisfaction score of 95%+.
• Free on-site parking.
• Training and development opportunities, both in-house and manufacturer-led.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Referral programme.
• Casual dress.