HGV Technician / Mechanic

CityJobs.com; Morebath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company uniform

Works van provided

Company pension scheme

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

CityJobs.com advertises an HGV Technician/Mechanic role in an established plant hire company in Oxfordshire. Based in Black Bourton, the role focuses on servicing, maintaining and repairing the HGV fleet to keep operations safe and reliable.

Typical hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, with Saturday overtime optional. Salary ranges from £45,000 to £48,000 per year, with a company van, uniform, pension, and training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical knowledge for servicing, maintenance and fault finding on HGVs.
• Experience with diagnostic testing and brake testing is essential.
• Must supply own tools; larger tools provided by the company.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs (mechanical and electrical).
• Diagnosing faults and completing effective repairs.
• Conducting 6-weekly inspections.
• Brake testing and diagnostic testing (experience essential).
• MOT preparation.
• Ensuring vehicles are safe, compliant, and roadworthy.
• Maintaining accurate service records and PMI paperwork.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic testing

Brake testing

Team player

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Class 2 driving licence

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Location: Black Bourton, Oxfordshire
Hours:Full Time, Monday to Friday, 7:00 am 5:00 pm (Saturday overtime optional)
Salary: £45,000 - £48,000 per annum

About the Company

An established plant hire company with over 50 years of industry experience, providing high-quality plant and digger hire across the UK, is seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic to maintain and repair their HGV fleet.

We take pride in delivering reliable, well-maintained equipment and exceptional service to our customers, prioritising safety and operational excellence. This role is key to maintaining fleet reliability and supporting operational efficiency across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs (mechanical and electrical)
• Diagnosing faults and completing effective repairs
• Conducting 6-weekly inspections
• Brake testing and diagnostic testing (experience essential)
• MOT preparation
• Ensuring vehicles are safe, compliant, and roadworthy
• Maintaining accurate service records and completing all relevant PMI paperwork

About You

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician / Mechanic
• Strong mechanical knowledge, including servicing, maintenance, and fault finding on HGVs
• Experience with diagnostic testing and brake testing is essential (support available, but prior experience required)
• Own tools required (standard personal tools expected; larger/specialist equipment provided)
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Class 2 (Category C) driving licence

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 am 5:00 pm
• Saturday work is optional and paid as overtime

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £48,000 per annum
• Overtime opportunities available
• Company uniform
• Works van provided (no travel allowance applicable)
• Company pension scheme
• Training opportunities available for the right candidate