HGV Technician with DAFAid On-Call – Up to £70k

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Alrewas; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd are partnering with Motus Commercials to recruit a skilled HGV Technician (with optional DAFAid Roadside/On-Call duties) to join the Burton upon Trent depot. The role offers a strong training program, career progression, and a competitive reward package.

Typical duties include servicing, diagnosing complex faults, and MOT preparation on DAF heavyweight vehicles, with optional roadside breakdowns and on-call repairs within the coverage area.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Experience: Proven experience working on HGVs / Commercial Vehicles within a dealership, fleet workshop, or independent garage setting.
• License: Full UK Driving License (Class 1 / Class 2 HGV license is highly advantageous; training supported).

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and safety inspections on commercial vehicles (primarily DAF heavy goods vehicles, trailers, and vans).
• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using official DAF diagnostic technology.
• Perform MOT preparation, repairs, and compliance inspections in line with DVSA standards.
• Complete job cards, service sheets, and compliance documentation accurately.
• (DAFAid candidates) Respond to emergency roadside breakdowns, vehicle recoveries, and on-call repairs within the designated coverage zone.

Skills

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

First-time fix

Safety compliance

Education

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

Job description

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd are partnering with Motus Commercials to recruit a skilled HGV Technician (with optional DAFAid Roadside/On-Call duties) to join the Burton upon Trent depot. The role offers a strong training program, career progression, and a competitive reward package.

Typical duties include servicing, diagnosing complex faults, and MOT preparation on DAF heavyweight vehicles, with optional roadside breakdowns and on-call repairs within the coverage area.