HGV Technician

TieTalent; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking motivated and reliable HGV Technicians of all levels for their depot in Preston. The role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicles in a modern facility, with excellent conditions and growth opportunities. HGV Technicians can choose from day or night shifts, with competitive pay rates and substantial overtime potential.

Benefits

Additional holiday days based on length of service

Life insurance (2x annual salary)

Contributory pension scheme

Childcare vouchers

Gym membership

Retail discounts

Cashback offers

Cinema tickets and entertainment discounts

Food outlet discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualifications such as NVQ or City and Guilds Level 2 or above.
• Experience in HGV Mechanics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, inspections, routine services, repairs, and testing of vehicles safely.
• Report findings and complete repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Coordinate effectively with the parts department.

Skills

Motivation

Reliability

Hard Work

Education

NVQ/City and Guilds Level 2 in HGV Mechanics

IRTEC Certification

Mechanical Engineering (Military equivalent)

Job description

HGV Technician

We are seeking Motivated, Reliable, and Hard-Working HGV Technicians of all levels to be based at our client's depot in Preston. Please see below for pay rates and shift patterns:

HGV Technicians Days/Afters

HOURS OF WORK:

Week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, Monday to Friday

Week 2: 14:00 - 22:30, Monday to Friday

08:00 - 12:00 Saturdays: work two days, take one off, then work two days, etc.

Approximately 5-10 hours of overtime available weekly

£18.95 per hour (dependent on experience)

Overtime at approximately £28.43 per hour

Night-shift HGV Technicians

HOURS OF WORK:

22:30 - 07:00, Monday to Friday

or

Week 1: 20:00 - 06:30, Monday to Thursday

Week 2: 20:00 - 06:30, Tuesday to Friday

Approximately 5 hours of overtime weekly

£23.16 per hour (dependent on experience)

You must have relevant engineering qualifications such as NVQ/City and Guilds Level 2 or above in HGV Mechanics, IRTEC, or Mechanical Engineering (Military equivalent acceptable).

Our client is a franchised Scania dealership with 5 depots in North West England, operating 24/7, including Saturdays. They feature modern facilities, advanced vehicle technology, and comprehensive training programs.

The company offers excellent working conditions and opportunities for career development, promoting from within whenever possible.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostics, inspections, routine services, repairs, and testing of vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Report findings and complete repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Report to the shift supervisor.
• Diagnose and investigate faults.
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with the parts department.

Company Benefits:

• Additional holiday days based on length of service.
• Life insurance (2x annual salary).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Childcare vouchers.

Scania Reward System:

• Gym membership.
• Retail discounts.
• Cashback offers.
• Cinema tickets and entertainment discounts.
• Food outlet discounts, e.g., Bella Italia.
• And more!

Our client values high standards, customer satisfaction, and safety. They seek a team player who is flexible, deadline-oriented, and committed to quality work with a stable career background.