HGV Technician

CD Auto Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Wembley; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid time & a half

20 days + bank holidays

Permanent long-term role

Career stability

Job summary

CD Auto Engineering Recruitment Ltd in West London seeks an experienced HGV Technician to join our long-standing client. The role offers a strong basic salary (£53k) with OTE £60k+, a 40-hour week and alternating early/late shifts.

You will service, repair and inspect HGVs, with overtime paid at 1.5x and time off after shifts. A UK driving licence is required; Class 1/2 licence is a plus. This permanent, stable position is ideal for technicians seeking progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Full UK driving licence (Class 1/2 licence advantageous).
• Experience in a commercial vehicle or fleet workshop.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs.
• Complete scheduled inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Repair worn or defective components.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and maintain records.

Skills

HGV experience

Diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

UK driving licence

HGV licence advantageous

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

HGV TECHNICIAN – £53K BASIC / £60K+ OTE

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West London

Permanent Position

£53k Basic Salary

£60k+ OTE

40 Hours Per Week

• Early Shift: 06:00 – 14:30
• Late Shift: 11:30 – 20:00

All Overtime Paid at x1.5

Alternating Early / Late Shifts

20 Days’ Holiday + Bank Holidays

Job Description

Looking for a well-paid HGV Technician role in West London with a strong basic salary, regular overtime and a realistic opportunity to earn £60,000+?

We are recruiting experienced HGV Technicians to join a busy and established commercial vehicle operation offering long-term stability, a structured 40-hour working week and excellent additional earning potential.

You will join an experienced engineering team responsible for keeping a commercial vehicle fleet safe, reliable and on the road, carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to a high standard.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs
• Completing scheduled inspections and preventative maintenance
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Identifying and repairing worn or defective components
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and statutory inspections
• Completing maintenance records and workshop documentation accurately

Ensuring Vehicles Meet Required DVSA And Company Standards

• Supporting vehicle availability and minimising downtime
• Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety and workmanship

Desired Skills And Experience

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician or HGV Mechanic
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Good knowledge of HGV inspection and maintenance standards
• Experience working within a commercial vehicle or fleet workshop
• A full UK driving licence
• A Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

• All overtime paid at time and a half
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Permanent long-term position
• Career stability within an established commercial vehicle operation

We specialise in HGV, PSV and commercial vehicle recruitment across the UK.