HGV Technician - Flexible Shifts

NMS Recruit; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £50,000 salary

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Flexible working patterns

20 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off

In-house training

Annual appraisals & career progression

Workplace pension

Death-in-service benefit

Maternity/Paternity pay

Wellbeing support & 24h GP

Uniform provided

Job summary

NMS Recruit in Reading is seeking a qualified HGV Technician to join a busy commercial vehicle workshop. You will service, maintain, and repair heavy goods vehicles to keep them safe and roadworthy, with training and development on offer.

The role offers a competitive package with a basic salary up to £50,000, overtime at time and a half, and flexible patterns for the right candidate, plus generous leave, pension and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ/City & Guilds/IMI).
• Experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or HGV Fitter.
• Experience with diagnostic work, servicing and repairs on commercial vehicles.
• Solid understanding of DVSA inspection standards and requirements.
• Full UK driving licence for relevant vehicle classes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and safety inspections on HGVs.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults with diagnostic equipment.
• Complete repairs within agreed timescales, major and minor.
• Identify worn components in line with DVSA standards.
• Maintain a clean workshop and follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Diagnostic experience

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

HGV Technician - Reading

Salary: up to 50,000 per annum, depending on experience and shift pattern

Overtime: Paid at time and a half

Working hours: Flexible working patterns considered for the right candidate

We are recruiting a qualified HGV Technician to join a commercial vehicle workshop in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking for ongoing training, career progression and a competitive package. You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, compliant and ready for the road.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance and safety inspections on HGVs.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Complete major and minor repairs to a high standard within agreed timescales.
• Identify worn or defective components in line with DVSA standards.
• Undertake wheel alignment and tyre fitting as required.
• Accurately complete job cards, service records and supporting warranty documentation.
• Work closely with the workshop team to diagnose faults and plan repairs.
• Maintain a clean, organised working environment and follow health and safety procedures.

About You

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI.
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or HGV Fitter.
• Experience carrying out diagnostic work, servicing and repairs on commercial vehicles.
• A sound understanding of vehicle inspection requirements and DVSA standards.
• A full UK driving licence covering the relevant vehicle classes.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Up to £50,000 basic salary, depending on experience and shift pattern.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• Flexibility on working patterns for the right candidate.
• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after five years' service.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Manufacturer and in-house training.
• Annual appraisals and opportunities for career progression.
• Workplace pension.
• Death-in-service benefit of four times salary.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support, including access to a 24-hour online GP.
• Uniform provided.