HGV Technician

Gist Ltd.; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics solutions provider in Thornbury is seeking skilled HGV Technicians to maintain and repair a modern fleet to high standards. This role offers job security, career progression, and a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include servicing HGVs, diagnosing faults, and ensuring fleet efficiency. A NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and experience in a fast-paced setting are required. Competitive benefits include toolbox insurance, training support, and 28 days of leave.

Benefits

Toolbox Insurance and Tool Allowance

Training and support for HGV Class 1 license

20% M&S discount

28 days annual leave

Company Pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• HGV experience in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining HGVs to meet safety and performance standards.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults.
• Handling breakdowns and reactive maintenance ensuring first-time fixes.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Strong HGV experience

Good computer skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

At Gist, we don\'t just keep fleets moving - we keep careers growing. Working alongside M\&S, we deliver cutting-edge logistics solutions and we\'re looking for skilled HGV Technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair our modern fleet to the highest standards. If you\'re looking for job security, career progression, and a strong team environment, this is the place for you and as part of your role, your benefits include:

• Toolbox Insurance and Tool Allowance
• Training, manufacturer-led courses, and support for your HGV Class 1 license (after a qualifying period)
• 20% M\&S discount on food, clothing, and homeware
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Company Pension & life assurance
• Work with modern tools, diagnostic equipment, and a safe, well-maintained environment
• Plus much, much more: Why work for us? | Gist Limited

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Servicing & maintaining HGVs to meet safety and performance standards
• Diagnosing & repairing electrical and mechanical faults
• Handling breakdowns & reactive maintenance, ensuring first-time fixes
• Following manufacturer guidelines to keep our fleet roadworthy and efficient
• Keeping accurate records of work completed

Qualifications & Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or City and Guilds 1 and 2)
• HGV experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Class 1 license is desirable… but we can support the right candidate in getting this
• Good computer skills would be beneficial due to maintaining accurate records