HGV Technician

Additional Resources Ltd; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle repair centre in Skelmersdale is seeking an experienced HGV Technician. The role involves conducting inspections and repairs on heavy goods vehicles. Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary of £18 to £20.70 per hour, with opportunities for overtime, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits. This is a chance to advance your HGV career in a growing organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Joining bonus upon completion of probation

Pension scheme

Employee discount and rewards programme

Free on-site parking

Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service

Referral incentive scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in truck and trailer maintenance.
• Proven experience in commercial vehicle servicing and repairs.
• Basic IT literacy for updating service records.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and servicing of HGVs.
• Perform diagnostic checks and identify faults.
• Carry out pre-MOT inspections and ensure compliance.
• Complete all associated documentation accurately.

Skills

HGV maintenance

Diagnostics

Compliance standards

Preventative maintenance

Education

City & Guilds Levels 1, 2, and 3 or equivalent

Tools

Job cards

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an HGV Technician to join a well-established vehicle repair centre delivering high‑quality servicing and repair solutions to a broad customer base.

As an HGV Technician, you will be carrying out inspections, maintenance, and repairs on a range of heavy goods vehicles and trailers to ensure roadworthiness and compliance.

This full‑time role offers benefits and a salary range of £18 – £20.70 per hour working 45 hours per week. They are looking for two candidates with different shifts and salaries.

Salary details

• £18 per hour – Day shift
• £20.70 per hour – working a 4‑on, 4‑off shift pattern

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and servicing of HGVs and trailers to a high standard.
• Perform diagnostic checks and identify mechanical or electrical faults.
• Carry out pre‑MOT inspections and ensure vehicles meet compliance standards.
• Complete all associated documentation accurately, including service records and compliance reports.
• Undertake preventative maintenance to reduce vehicle downtime.
• Follow all workshop health, safety, and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Truck Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, LGV Technician, Trailer Technician, Truck Technician, Trailer Mechanic or in a similar role.
• At least 2 years of experience in truck and trailer maintenance.
• Fully qualified or “time‑served” HGV Technician (City & Guilds Levels 1, 2, and 3 or equivalent).
• Proven experience in commercial vehicle and trailer servicing, repairs, and MOT preparation.
• Basic IT literacy for updating job cards and service records.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• Overtime opportunities.
• Joining bonus upon completion of probation.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee discount and rewards programme.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service.
• Referral incentive scheme.

Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation and take your HGV career to the next level!