HGV Technician – 3‑Day Shift with Training & Benefits

National Vehicle Distribution; Birtley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Long Service Awards

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tyres

Job summary

National Vehicle Distribution in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced HGV mechanic for a full-time role at the Birtley workshop. The position operates a three-day shift from 06:00 to 18:30, with a salary range of £40,560–£55,770 per year plus overtime.

You will carry out general mechanical maintenance, prepare vehicles for MOT, diagnose faults, and assist with apprenticeship training, while upholding health and safety standards in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• HGV mechanical experience essential.
• Heavy plant experience also considered.
• Full driving licence required (Class 1/C+E preferable).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use tools and diagnostic equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general mechanical planned and corrective maintenance.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT.
• Carry out diagnostic fault identification and rectification.
• Assist with apprenticeship training.

Skills

HGV experience

NVQ Level 3

Full driving license

Communication skills

Diagnostic equipment usage

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

National Vehicle Distribution in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced HGV mechanic for a full-time role at the Birtley workshop. The position operates a three-day shift from 06:00 to 18:30, with a salary range of £40,560–£55,770 per year plus overtime.

You will carry out general mechanical maintenance, prepare vehicles for MOT, diagnose faults, and assist with apprenticeship training, while upholding health and safety standards in a team-oriented environment.