HGV Technician | Training, Career Growth & Overtime

Talent Finder; Croydon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Pension plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

Job summary

Talent Finder is seeking a skilled HGV Technician in Croydon for a full-time role. You will repair vehicles safely, diagnose faults, and support roadside breakdowns while collaborating with the Parts Team and workshop controllers to maintain fleet quality.

The position requires NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, full UK driving licence, and experience with HGVs. Rotating shifts and overtime on weekends are available.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent City & Guilds qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
• Fully qualified HGV Technician
• Relevant HGV technician experience
• Strong mechanical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Proactive attitude with a focus on customer service and safety
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work the full rotating shift pattern

Responsibilities

• Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturer's procedures, safely and responsibly
• Ensure repairs are carried out in accordance with standard times using special tools where appropriate
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process
• Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and warranty material on completion of each repair
• Work with the Parts Team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted
• Road test vehicles when required if you hold an HGV licence
• Assist with roadside breakdowns
• Ensure company time recording procedures are complied with, and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure service sheets are completed as per instructions
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop controllers
• Keep all workshop facilities, equipment and tools clean, tidy and well maintained
• Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate
• Support the development of young trainees and apprentices

Skills

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Diagnostics

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Talent Finder is seeking a skilled HGV Technician in Croydon for a full-time role. You will repair vehicles safely, diagnose faults, and support roadside breakdowns while collaborating with the Parts Team and workshop controllers to maintain fleet quality.

The position requires NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, full UK driving licence, and experience with HGVs. Rotating shifts and overtime on weekends are available.