HGV Technician £52,000 Basic + Overtime Kidderminster

Tru Talent; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tru Talent in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to maintain and repair a fleet of commercial vehicles in a busy workshop in Kidderminster. You will carry out major and minor repairs, servicing and diagnostics to the highest standards, with day, late and night shift options available.

The role offers strong earning potential, overtime paid at 1.5x, and opportunities for manufacturer training and career progression, with DVSA-compliant maintenance and a clear path to

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Repair or equivalent.
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Experience servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs.
• Ability to identify faults and worn components to DVSA standards.
• Full UK driving licence.
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence, IRTEC accreditation experience advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out major and minor repairs on HGVs and trucks.
• Service and maintain commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and technical faults.
• Complete inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Identify worn components to DVSA standards.
• Carry out wheel alignment and tyre fitting.
• Complete job cards, service records and warranty documentation.
• Use workshop diagnostics and management systems.
• Work with the workshop team to keep vehicles on the road.
• Maintain high health, safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or Vehicle Repair

Tools

Workshop diagnostic systems

Job description

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x

Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

Multiple Shifts Available

We are recruiting experienced HGV Technicians, HGV Mechanics, Truck Technicians and Commercial Vehicle Technicians to join a busy commercial vehicle workshop in Kidderminster.

With day, late and night shift options available, this is a great opportunity to choose a working pattern that suits you, while benefiting from strong earning potential, manufacturer training and long-term career progression.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of commercial vehicles, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.

Your responsibilities as the HGV Technician will include:

• Carrying out major and minor repairs on HGVs and trucks
• Servicing and maintaining commercial vehicles
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and technical faults
• Completing inspections and preventative maintenance
• Identifying worn and faulty components in line with DVSA standards
• Carrying out wheel alignment and tyre fitting
• Completing job cards, service records and warranty documentation
• Using workshop diagnostic and management systems
• Working closely with the wider workshop team to keep vehicles on the road
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and housekeeping

Requirements:

To be considered for this HGV Technician role, you will need:

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Repair or equivalent
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs
• Ability to identify faults and worn components to DVSA standards
• Full UK driving licence
• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence, IRTEC accreditation experience would be advantageous but not essential.