HGV Technician

Octane Recruitment; West End; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Death-in-Service Benefit

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an HGV / Commercial Vehicle Technician in Southampton, offering a permanent full-time position. The base rate is £22.00 per hour with overtime and on-call allowances. Shifts are alternating 6:00am-2:00pm and 1:00pm-9:00pm, with every other Saturday overtime and a shared on-call rota.

A pension, generous leave, and training opportunities are provided. Role involves servicing, maintenance and repairs on vans, light commercials and heavy trucks, diagnostic work, and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship-trained technicians are encouraged to apply.
• Experience servicing a mix of vans, light commercial and heavy trucks.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Full UK driving licence; HGV Class 1/2 entitlement advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across a mixed fleet.
• Use diagnostic equipment to investigate faults.
• Complete routine servicing per manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and work across shifts.
• Participate in alternating early/late shifts and weekend overtime as required.

Skills

Fault-finding & diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Shift adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Apprenticeship-trained favored

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

HGV / Commercial Vehicle Technician - Permanent/Full Time

Location: Southampton

Salary: £22.00 Per Hour + Overtime and On-Call Allowances

Hours: Alternating Shifts, Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm / 1:00pm - 9:00pm | Every Other Saturday Overtime | Shared On-Call Rota

Why Apply

• £22.00 Per Hour Basic Rate
• Saturday Overtime Paid at £27.50 Per Hour (1.25x)
• Out-of-Hours Call-Out Work Paid at £44.00 Per Hour (Double Time)
• Additional On-Call Standby Allowances
• Alternating Early and Late Shifts - No Overnight Shifts
• 20 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Death-in-Service Benefit
• Manufacturer-Led Technical Training and Development
• Access to Manufacturer Training Facilities
• Potential Support Towards Obtaining HGV Class 1 or Class 2 Licences
• Opportunity to Work Across Vans and Heavy Commercial Vehicles
• Established Workshop with an Experienced Technical Team
• Supportive Working Environment with Low Staff Turnover
• Opportunity to Develop Skills as the Business Expands

HGV / Commercial Vehicle Technician Role

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on commercial vehicles
• Work across a mixed fleet of vans, light commercial vehicles and heavy trucks
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on commercial vehicles
• Complete routine servicing in accordance with manufacturer guidelinesCarry out mechanical fitting and component replacement
• Identify vehicle defects and recommend appropriate repairs
• Use diagnostic equipment to investigate vehicle faults
• Complete vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance
• Ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to a high standard
• Work flexibly across different commercial vehicle types
• Participate in alternating early and late workshop shifts
• Undertake alternate Saturday overtime as required
• Participate in a shared out-of-hours on-call rota
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment
• Follow manufacturer procedures and Health and Safety requirements

HGV / Commercial Vehicle Technician Requirements

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician or Commercial Vehicle Mechanic
• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or an Equivalent Qualification Strongly Preferred
• Apprenticeship-Trained Technicians Particularly Encouraged to Apply
• Strong mechanical servicing, maintenance and repair experience
• Experience working on commercial vehicles, including vans or heavy trucks
• Willingness to work across both light and heavy commercial vehicles
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to complete repairs independently and to a high standard
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work effectively within an established workshop team
• Willingness to work alternating early and late shifts
• Availability for alternate Saturday overtime and a shared on-call rota
• Full Driving Licence
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 Driving Entitlement Would Be Advantageous but Is Not Essential