HGV Technician

Octane Recruitment; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,500 joining bonus

Overtime bonuses

30 days annual leave

Tool insurance & PPE

Brand training & career development

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an HGV Technician for a modern Southampton workshop. The role focuses on servicing, diagnostics and repairs for heavy commercial vehicles with a clear path to senior technician levels. A £1,500 joining bonus and ongoing training are offered, with OT opportunities.

Working hours are flexible between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with no mandatory Saturdays and overtime available. Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Relevant HGV, heavy vehicle or commercial vehicle maintenance qualification, or proven workshop experience.
• Experience with service, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a busy workshop team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and maintenance on heavy commercial vehicles.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and technical faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Completing repairs to manufacturer standards across HGV and commercial vehicle systems.
• Supporting breakdown, roadside or rota requirements where applicable and maintaining high levels of customer service.

Skills

HGV qualification

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Workshop teamwork

Toolbox ownership

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop tools

Job description

HGV Technician Workshop Based | HGV Mechanic | Commercial Vehicle Technician HGV Technician required for a modern workshop maintaining and repairing HGVs, commercial vehicles and specialist fleet vehicles. Full training provided, £1,500 joining bonus, manufacturer development and HGV licence training available. Must have the right to work in the UK.

Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence, Category C and Category C+E licence would be advantageous.

Location: Southampton

Pay / salary: £44,45 basic per annum, OTE £50,000 with overtime and bonus opportunities

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: Flexible start and finish times between 7:00am and 6:00pm, no Saturdays (available as OT)

Benefits

• £1,500 joining bonus
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates, with bonus opportunities available
• 30 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
• Tool insurance, uniform, overalls and PPE provided
• Brand training and career development towards senior technician levels

Skills and experience

• Relevant HGV, heavy vehicle or commercial vehicle maintenance qualification, or proven workshop experience in a similar role
• Experience with service, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a busy workshop team
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for HGV workshop duties
• HGV, LGV or PCV licence would be advantageous

Job Responsibilities for the HGV Technician role

• Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and maintenance on heavy commercial vehicles
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and technical faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Completing repairs to manufacturer standards across HGV and commercial vehicle systems
• Supporting breakdown, roadside or rota requirements where applicable and maintaining high levels of customer service