HGV Technician – Night Shift, Training & Benefits

Ford & Slater; Birtley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DAF training & development

Nightshift role

Overtime at premium rates

HGV licence training after qualifying

Pension

Death in Service Life Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Ford & Slater is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to service and maintain a wide range of trucks and vehicles at their Birtley dealership. You will perform safety inspections, diagnose faults, and prepare vehicles for MOTs, with road tests as needed and a focus on complying with manufacturer procedures.

Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance, a full UK driving licence, and a readiness to work nights.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and repair.
• Experience as Technician/Mechanic in HGV or related sectors.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out safety inspections for MOTs.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safety inspections and prepare vehicles for MOTs.
• Fault diagnostics and repairs according to manufacturer procedures.
• Road test vehicles when required.
• Complete job cards and service records accurately.
• Attend breakdowns as required.
• Follow company processes for paperwork and record-keeping.

Skills

Fault diagnostics

Safety inspections

Role-specific diagnostics

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and repair

Tools

Own tool kit

General computer literacy

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Ford & Slater is seeking a skilled HGV Technician to service and maintain a wide range of trucks and vehicles at their Birtley dealership. You will perform safety inspections, diagnose faults, and prepare vehicles for MOTs, with road tests as needed and a focus on complying with manufacturer procedures.

Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance, a full UK driving licence, and a readiness to work nights.