HGV Technician - Late Shift

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Overtime paid at time and a half

Call-out rota paid at double time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) in Peterborough is seeking an experienced HGV Technician/Mechanic for a permanent late-shift role. You will service, diagnose, repair, and maintain HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles, ensuring safety and reliability.

The role offers structured progression, enhanced overtime rates, and opportunities for ongoing technical training in a professional workshop environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Previous HGV or commercial vehicle workshop experience.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs of HGVs and trailers.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Complete defect repairs on HGVs and trailers.
• Use manufacturer diagnostic systems and specialist equipment.
• Complete job cards, service sheets and online records.
• Follow manufacturer procedures and warranty requirements.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.

Skills

HGV maintenance

Diagnostics

Fault finding

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Manufacturer diagnostic systems

Specialist workshop equipment

Job description

Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-12:00am | Friday 12:30pm-10:00pm

Working Week: 45 hours per week

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift: Dedicated Late Shift

Are you an experienced HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician looking for a permanent late-shift position?

An established commercial vehicle dealership is looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join its professional workshop team in Peterborough.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled Technician looking for a stable long-term role, enhanced overtime rates and excellent training and career progression.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repair of HGVs, commercial vehicles and trailers, helping keep vehicles safe, reliable and on the road.

• Carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs


• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults


• Complete defect repairs on HGVs and trailers


• Use manufacturer diagnostic systems and specialist equipment


• Complete job cards, service sheets and online records


• Follow manufacturer procedures and warranty requirements


• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and workmanship


• Work as part of a professional workshop team

About You

We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic with:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair


• Previous HGV or commercial vehicle workshop experience


• Strong mechanical and diagnostic fault-finding skills


• Good attention to detail and pride in your work


• A professional and proactive approach


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer?

• 45 hours per week


• Dedicated Monday-Friday late shift


• Overtime paid at time and a half


• Call-out rota paid at double time


• Increased holiday entitlement with length of service


• Recruitment incentive awards


• Healthcare scheme


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Ongoing technical training and development


• Structured progression from Basic Technician through to Master Technician


• Professional commercial vehicle workshop environment

This role offers genuine long-term development for a Technician looking to progress within the commercial vehicle industry, with structured training and a clear technical pathway through to Master Technician.