HGV Technician: Diagnostics, Repairs & Mentoring

James Lewis Recruitment; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an HGV Technician in Dunstable. The role involves diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles while mentoring less experienced staff. Candidates should have strong diagnostic skills and relevant qualifications, such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3. The position offers excellent salary, training opportunities, and job security. Working hours are 44 per week with a competitive overtime rate.

Benefits

Excellent salary and employment package

Ongoing training and professional development

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Overtime paid at time and a half

Qualifications

• Time-served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills are essential.
• Experience in maintaining and repairing trucks and associated vehicles is required.
• Familiarity with developments in the automotive industry is needed.
• A valid driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Fast and accurate diagnostics using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain and repair vehicles and components independently.
• Conduct inspections like MOT and tacho.
• Mentor less experienced technicians.
• Perform final checks on completed work.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Extensive experience in repairs and maintenance on trucks

Familiarization with automotive industry developments

Education

Time-served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 preferred)

Job description

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an HGV Technician in Dunstable. The role involves diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles while mentoring less experienced staff. Candidates should have strong diagnostic skills and relevant qualifications, such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3. The position offers excellent salary, training opportunities, and job security. Working hours are 44 per week with a competitive overtime rate.