HGV Technician / HGV Fitter

Peoplebank; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Competitive PAYE salary

Job summary

Peoplebank seeks an experienced HGV Technician to join our Borehamwood yard. You will perform PMIs, MOT preparations, and servicing while diagnosing faults across a range of heavy vehicles. A full UK driving licence and IRTEC or progression toward it are expected, with ongoing training supported.

You will work Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 16:00, with mid-week overtime available and a focus on safety, legality, and efficiency in fleet maintenance.

Qualifications

• Recognised HGV technician qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3)
• Full UK driving licence
• IRTEC accreditation or willingness to work towards it
• Experience with multiple HGV manufacturers
• Proficient with DVSA inspection standards

Responsibilities

• Carry out PMIs in line with DVSA guidelines and vehicle schedules.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT examination ensuring systems meet legal standards.
• Conduct safety inspections and report defects accurately on documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Operators' Licence obligations and DVSA standards.
• Perform scheduled servicing on HGVs, trailers and ancillary equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date service records and vehicle history digitally.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, air braking, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Use diagnostic software to identify fault codes and perform root cause analysis.
• Carry out engine, transmission, steering, suspension and braking repairs.
• Fit and replace components to return vehicles to service safely.

Skills

Diagnose faults

Root cause analysis

DVSA standards knowledge

HGV maintenance & repair

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Technology

City & Guilds qualification in Heavy Vehicle Technology

Tools

TEXA

Autel

Manufacturer diagnostic systems

Job description

We are recruiting an experienced and qualified HGV Technician / Fitter to join our team at our Borehamwood yard. Working Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 16:00, the successful candidate will be competent across all aspects of commercial vehicle maintenance and repair, including Periodic Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), MOT preparation, routine servicing, and complex fault finding. You will play a key role in ensuring our fleet operates safely, legally, and efficiently at all times. Mid-week overtime is available for those who wish to increase their earnings.

Key Responsibilities

Inspections & Compliance

• Carry out Periodic Maintenance Inspections (PMIs) in line with DVSA guidelines and each vehicle's maintenance schedule.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT examination, ensuring all systems meet the required legal standards prior to presentation.
• Conduct safety inspections and identify defects, reporting findings accurately on inspection documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with Operators' Licence obligations, DVSA standards, and company quality procedures.
• Perform scheduled servicing on HGVs, trailers, and ancillary equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate service records, job cards, and vehicle history digitally on our system fleetcheck
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, air braking, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults across a variety of HGV makes and models.
• Utilise diagnostic equipment and software to identify fault codes and carry out root cause analysis.
• Carry out repairs to engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, and braking systems.
• Fit and replace components to a high standard, ensuring vehicles are returned to service promptly and safely.
• Recognised HGV technician qualification (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Technology, or equivalent).
• Demonstrable, hands‑on experience as an HGV Technician or Fitter in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.
• Proven competency in carrying out PMIs, MOT preparation, servicing, and fault diagnosis on HGVs.
• Strong working knowledge of DVSA inspection standards and commercial vehicle compliance requirements.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, air braking, and hydraulic systems on heavy vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence.
• IRTEC accreditation (Light or Heavy Vehicle) or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience across multiple HGV manufacturers (e.g., Volvo, DAF, Scania, Mercedes-Benz, MAN).
• Proficiency with diagnostic software such as TEXA, Autel, or manufacturer‑specific systems like Scania/Volvo

What We Offer

• Competitive PAYE salary, reflecting your qualifications and experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.