HGV Technician – Workshop Based, £1,500 Joining Bonus

Octane Recruitment; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,500 joining bonus

Overtime bonuses

30 days annual leave

Tool insurance & PPE

Brand training & career development

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an HGV Technician for a modern Southampton workshop. The role focuses on servicing, diagnostics and repairs for heavy commercial vehicles with a clear path to senior technician levels. A £1,500 joining bonus and ongoing training are offered, with OT opportunities.

Working hours are flexible between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with no mandatory Saturdays and overtime available. Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Relevant HGV, heavy vehicle or commercial vehicle maintenance qualification, or proven workshop experience.
• Experience with service, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a busy workshop team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and maintenance on heavy commercial vehicles.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and technical faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Completing repairs to manufacturer standards across HGV and commercial vehicle systems.
• Supporting breakdown, roadside or rota requirements where applicable and maintaining high levels of customer service.

Skills

HGV qualification

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Workshop teamwork

Toolbox ownership

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment is seeking an HGV Technician for a modern Southampton workshop. The role focuses on servicing, diagnostics and repairs for heavy commercial vehicles with a clear path to senior technician levels. A £1,500 joining bonus and ongoing training are offered, with OT opportunities.

Working hours are flexible between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with no mandatory Saturdays and overtime available. Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.