HGV Technician

The Gap, Inc.; Wales; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An employment agency is seeking a Senior HGV Technician in Wales. The role requires eight years of experience and qualifications in heavy goods vehicle maintenance. Responsibilities include performing routine inspections, diagnosing faults, and maintaining accurate documentation. The position offers an annual salary of £54,000 to £61,700, with working hours from Monday to Friday. Applicants should also have basic welding and hydraulic skills. Opportunities for career progression are available.

Qualifications

• 8 Years of HGV/Plant Technician experience.
• Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3.
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence is desirable.
• MOT Preparation Experience – Tractor Units & Trailers.
• Experience in undertaking LOLER inspections is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGVs.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical & electrical faults.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained.

Skills

HGV/Plant Technician experience

Basic welding skills

Hydraulic skills

Auto electrical skills

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Senior HGV Technician

Gap Technical Ltd

United Kingdom – 11 hours ago

Job Description

Annual salary: £54,000 – £61,700 (depending on experience, Leyland Days Only, Mon–Fri).

Responsibilities

• Performance Objectives
• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGV’s, Trailers, Pool Cars & Other Plant to VOSA standard
• Diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical & electrical faults using Texa diagnostic equipment
• Dismantle, repair/replace faulty components and test the new ones are working safely
• Liaise with HGV workshop administrator to order vehicle parts
• Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and accurate records are maintained
• Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Person Specification

• 8 Years of HGV/Plant Technician experience
• Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence (Desirable)
• MOT Preparation Experience – Tractor Units & Trailers
• Previous experience working with HGV’s and Plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills
• Ability to lead a small team as well as use own initiative to work independently
• Hardworking and can work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner
• IRTEC Accreditation (Desirable)
• Loler competence – experience in undertaking loler inspections

Application

Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website.

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gap Technical who are operating as an employment agency.

Closing Date: 04/01/2026

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