Hgv Technician

Octave Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy workshop in Nottingham. The role involves maintaining a diverse fleet including HGVs and specialist vehicles, ensuring they are safe and operational. Responsibilities include servicing, repairs, and preparing vehicles for inspections. Ideal candidates will have experience with HGVs, including electric/alternative-fuel vehicles, and possess knowledge of MOT and health & safety compliance. This is a 3-month contract with a competitive hourly rate of £22.00.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician, ideally with electric/alternative-fuel vehicles.
• Knowledge of MOT, DVSA, and health & safety compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, inspect, repair, and test vehicles, plant, and ancillary equipment.
• Prepare and present vehicles for MOT inspections and carry out DVSA safety checks.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults.
• Undertake welding, fabrication, bodywork repairs, and attend breakdowns.
• Fit and remove ancillary equipment, accessories, and livery.
• Maintain accurate records and support workshop productivity.
• Promote a 'Right First Time' culture and support apprentices.

Skills

Proven experience as an HGV Technician

Knowledge of MOT, DVSA, and health & safety compliance

Strong attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join our busy workshop, maintaining a diverse fleet that includes HGVs, specialist vehicles, light vehicles, and electric/hybrid plant. This role ensures both the Council and external customers have safe, reliable, and fully operational vehicles.

Job details

• Start asap
• 37 hours per week
• £22.00 per hour umbrella
• 3 month contract+

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, inspect, repair, and test vehicles, plant, and ancillary equipment
• Prepare and present vehicles for MOT inspections and carry out DVSA safety checks
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults
• Undertake welding, fabrication, bodywork repairs, and attend breakdowns
• Fit and remove ancillary equipment, accessories, and livery
• Maintain accurate records and support workshop productivity
• Promote a “Right First Time” culture and support apprentices

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician, ideally with electric/alternative-fuel vehicles
• Knowledge of MOT, DVSA, and health & safety compliance
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills

Apply today to join a dynamic workshop and work on a varied fleet