HGV Technician

James Lewis Recruitment; Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic / Fitter in Waltham Cross. The successful candidate will perform diagnostics, conduct repairs, and maintain HGVs independently while mentoring junior staff. The role offers a salary between £45,000 - £60,000, job security, and opportunities for training and development. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 qualification and substantial experience in the field.

Benefits

Excellent salary and employment package

Opportunities for further training and development

Job security

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Time‑served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience in carrying out repairs and maintenance on trucks.
• Familiarity with developments in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Fast and accurate diagnoses using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain and repair vehicles and components independently.
• Carry out inspections (MOT, tacho, etc.).
• Provide support for less experienced technicians.
• Perform final checks on completed work.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills

Independent work

Vehicle maintenance and repair

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Title

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter

Salary

£45,000 - £60,000

Shift

Various Shifts Available

Type

Permanent

Location

Waltham Cross

Overview

We are looking for a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter to join our client, one of the UK's leading manufacturers.

Job Responsibilities

• Fast and accurate diagnoses using diagnostic tools and choosing the right repair techniques.
• Work independently to maintain and repair vehicles and components.
• Carry out a range of inspections (MOT, tacho, etc.).
• Provide support and daily mentoring for less experienced technicians.
• Carry out final checks on work that has been completed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Time‑served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 preferred).
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.
• Extensive experience in carrying out repairs and maintenance on trucks, components and associated vehicles.
• Familiarity with developments in the automotive industry.
• Valid driving licence.

Benefits

• Individual responsibility and lots of latitude.
• Excellent salary and employment package.
• Plenty of chances for further training and development.
• Job security.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.

If you are interested, please apply and one of our dedicated recruitment specialists will contact you.

About us: James Lewis is the market leader in supplying contract and permanent workforce solutions to the Automotive and Transport industries.