HGV Technician

Tru Talent; Painter's Forstal; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday including Bank Holiday

Pension scheme

Death in service

IRTEC support

Training opportunities

Modern workshop facilities

Job summary

Tru Talent is recruiting an experienced HGV Technician to join a professional workshop in Maidstone. You will maintain, repair and diagnose faults on a range of heavy vehicles using modern diagnostic equipment.

The role requires Level 3 NVQ or equivalent, proven HGV experience, and a strong diagnostic ability. Benefits include a competitive hourly rate with overtime, generous holidays, pension, and ongoing training in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Proven experience working on HGVs or commercial vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
• Ability to complete repairs and maintenance to a high standard.
• Own tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• HGV or PSV licence desirable but not essential.
• IRTEC qualification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on HGVs.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Complete MOT preparation and inspections to DVSA standards.
• Maintain and repair heavy commercial vehicles to a high standard.
• Complete accurate job cards and repair documentation.
• Work efficiently within a busy workshop environment.
• Maintain excellent health and safety standards.

Skills

Strong diagnostic ability

Fault-finding

Own tools

Education

Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

HGV Technician £25ph

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Pay: £25.00 per hour (£55,250 per year) + Overtime at 1.5x

Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Alternate early and late shifts

Week 1: Monday-Friday 06:00-15:00

Week 2: Monday-Friday 13:00-22:00

Additional: Alternate Saturday mornings paid at overtime rate

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Tru Talent is recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician to join a professional commercial vehicle workshop in Maidstone.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified HGV Technician looking to work with modern vehicles, advanced diagnostic equipment, strong earning potential and ongoing technical development.

The successful HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and diagnosing faults on a range of heavy commercial vehicles while working to manufacturer and DVSA standards.

Benefits

• £25.00 per hour (£55,250 per year)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Alternate Saturdays paid at overtime rate
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays, rising to 33 with service
• Company pension scheme
• Free death in service insurance
• IRTEC qualification support
• Manufacturer training and development opportunities
• Modern workshop facilities and diagnostic equipment
• Work on the latest commercial vehicle technology

The Role

• Carry out servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on HGVs
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Complete MOT preparation and inspections to DVSA standards
• Maintain and repair heavy commercial vehicles to a high standard
• Complete accurate job cards and repair documentation
• Work efficiently within a busy workshop environment
• Maintain excellent health and safety standards

The Requirements

• Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• Proven experience working on HGVs or commercial vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Ability to complete repairs and maintenance to a high standard
• Own tools
• Full UK driving licence
• HGV or PSV licence desirable but not essential
• IRTEC qualification desirable but not essential

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