HGV Technician 4 On/Off

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a skilled vehicle technician for a 12-hour, 4-on 4-off shift pattern. The role covers servicing, diagnostics, MOT readiness and ancillary maintenance across varied fleet units.

Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and ideally a DVSA guideline familiarity. A valid HGV licence is preferred but not essential. The position is based on-site in the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities on commercial vehicles.
• Familiarity with DVSA inspection guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, safety inspections and preventative maintenance across the fleet.
• Diagnostics and fault-finding using commercial tools.
• MOT and safety inspections to DVSA standards.
• Inspect, service and repair tail lifts, doors and bodywork components.
• Maintain defect reports, job cards and logs to DVSA compliance standards.

Skills

Diagnostics & fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Shift Pattern: 4-on, 4-off (12-hour shifts)

Salary Breakdown:

Key Responsibilities (HOVIS Vehicle Services Specification)

Servicing & Maintenance:

Perform routine servicing, safety inspections, and preventative maintenance across the fleet (e.g., 16T DAF, 7.2T Iveco Daily, and larger distribution units).

Diagnostics:

Perform mechanical and electrical fault-finding using commercial diagnostic tools (e.g., Texa systems).

MOT & Safety Inspections:

Prepare commercial vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards for MOT testing.

Ancillary Maintenance:

Inspect, service, and repair tail lifts, shutter doors, and bodywork components.

Compliance & Records:

Ensure all vehicle defect reports, job cards, and maintenance logs meet strict road safety and DVSA compliance standards.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds / equivalent qualification) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

Preferred (Not Essential):

Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) driving licence.

Skills & Experience:

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities on commercial vehicles.

Familiarity with DVSA inspection guidelines.

Ability to work effectively on a 12-hour 4-on, 4-off rota.