HGV Technician

schenk; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle to work

Tech scheme

Payroll charitable giving

Schenk Perks

Job summary

Schenk UK is hiring an HGV Technician in Widnes to maintain and service tanker and HGV fleets. The role involves servicing, inspections, defect repairs and MOT preparations with a focus on safety and compliance.

You will join a team operating in a high‑volume environment and benefit from a pension, perks, and staff schemes. Valid Right to Work and screening are required prior to start.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Vehicle Technician qualification required.
• Experience servicing and repairing tankers is valued.
• Strong understanding of MOT standards and legal compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out workshop maintenance including servicing, inspections and defect repairs.
• Prepare tanks and vehicles for MOTs and breakdowns as required.
• Maintain high standards of quality across the tanker and HGV fleet.

Skills

MOT compliance

Health & Safety

Determination

Quality workmanship

Deadline driven

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Technician

Job description

Job Title:HGV Technician

Location:Widnes

Hourly rate of £19.89

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days

The Role:

Carrying out workshop maintenance including servicing, inspections, defect repairs, MOT preparations and breakdowns, you’ll play a fundamental part in maintaining high standards across our Tanker and HGV fleet.

If you’re a qualified Level 3 Vehicle Technician, with experience servicing and repairing operational equipment - tankers, have full understanding of MOT standards and legal compliance, accuracy in work and have the relevant experience, you could be starting a rewarding career at Schenk.

Skills and Competencies:

• Legislation on vehicle roadworthiness/ MOT and active management of such
• Strong commitment and understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace
• Shows determination and tenacity to do what is needed to achieve the desired result
• Driven by a desire to produce work of the highest quality
• Ability to work to tight deadlines within a high pressure, customer and cost focused environment

Requirements:

• Qualified Vehicle Technician
• HGV and trailer maintenance and repair
• Tanker Experience - preferred but not essential
• LGV License - preferred but not essential
• ADR License - preferred but not essential

Salary & Benefits:

Your hourly rate will be£19.89

Schenk UK, operates a nationwide road tanker fleet which has been successfully serving the chemicals, gas, fuels, waste, and powders sectors for over 60 years, and is the largest chemical transporter in the UK.

You will also benefit from a company pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, tech scheme, payroll charitable giving scheme and the opportunities that come with a strong, established and growing company.

In addition, Schenk provide every UK employee with access to Schenk Perks, our Employee Assistance Programme and reward platform. Schenk Perks provides discounts to 100s of top name brands, high street offers, and holidays, as well as Employee

Please note, all offers of employment are subject to valid Right to Work documentation, completion of a Basic DBS check and Drug and Alcohol screening prior to start.

Schenk UK is an equal opportunity employer.