HGV Technician

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a transport company. The ideal candidate will be skilled in both mechanical and electrical disciplines, particularly with Scania HGVs. Key responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and supporting breakdown services. Flexible hours from Monday to Friday, with potential for overtime. Qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Vehicle Mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of Scania HGVs and diagnostics.
• Experience with plant equipment and light commercial vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform 6-weekly safety inspections on vehicles.
• Conduct MOT preparations and presentations.
• Diagnose and repair light and heavy commercial vehicles.
• Undertake planned maintenance and servicing.
• Conduct site-based repairs as needed.
• Support 24-hour breakdown services.
• Maintain and repair plant equipment.

Skills

Commercial Vehicle Mechanic experience

Scania HGV knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

HGV Technician - Location: Middlesbrough. Salary: up to £21 per hour. Monday-Friday Days, hours flexible between 6am to 6pm. Some weekend availability. Overtime paid at 1.5.

About the role

My client is an independent transport company seeking a skilled and experienced HGV Mechanic to join their team. The ideal candidate will be dual-trained in both mechanical and electrical disciplines, with significant expertise in working with Scania HGVs. Additional experience with plant equipment and light commercial vehicles is highly desirable. This role requires flexibility, technical expertise, and a customer-focused approach to maintain and repair vehicles to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Vehicle Maintenance and Inspections: Perform 6-weekly safety inspections on both company and customer vehicles, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
• MOT preparations and presentations: Conduct MOT preparations and presentations, ensuring vehicles meet all regulatory requirements.
• Diagnostics and repairs: Diagnose and carry out light and heavy repairs, overhauls, and fault rectification on commercial vehicles, including HGVs, trailers, and light commercial vehicles.
• Maintenance tasks: Undertake planned maintenance, servicing, and voluntary brake tests.
• Site-based repairs: Conduct site-based repairs as needed, responding efficiently to minimize vehicle downtime.
• Breakdown support: Support 24-hour breakdown services as required to maintain fleet availability and meet business demands.
• Plant and Equipment Maintenance: Carry out repairs and maintenance on plant equipment as needed, leveraging prior experience in this area.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Commercial Vehicle Mechanic, with expertise in mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of Scania HGVs, with the ability to diagnose and repair complex issues.
• Experience working on plant equipment and light commercial vehicles is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and modern vehicle systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Required or Desired Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Certification in diagnostic tools or equipment (desirable).
• Additional training or certification in plant equipment repair (desirable).
• HGV Driving licence would be an advantage.

Next steps

If this sounds of interest or you are looking for advice on your next HGV Technician role, please contact Chris at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) for further information.