HGV Vehicle Technician

John Lewis Partnership; Monkston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee-owned business in the UK is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain and repair its fleet. You will ensure vehicles are roadworthy, complete essential inspections, and work alongside experienced technicians. The role requires specific qualifications in vehicle technology and a valid UK driving license. This position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Employee ownership benefits

Qualifications

• City and Guilds Level 3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualifications.
• Valid UK manual driving license.
• Proven experience with commercial vehicle repairs.
• Understanding of vehicle legislation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain the fleet of delivery vehicles to safety standards.
• Complete inspections and ensure compliance with O Licence obligations.
• Work collaboratively with a team to support apprentice development.

Skills

City and Guilds Level 3 Vehicle technician

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Transport commercial vehicle repairs

Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation

Job description

About the role

As a Vehicle Technician in one of our workshops, you'll be repairing and maintaining our fleet of delivery vehicles, ensuring they are safe and roadworthy to both VOSA and Partnership standards. You’ll be working with many experienced technicians who will ensure you have the tools you need to succeed and excel in your role, with opportunities to develop your knowledge and progress your career.

At a glance:

Salary – up to £44,200 and overtime when required. Please note if you join us on or before 4 October, this role will attract a Shift Premium at 20% (calculated on the pay range minimum) this is an additional earning of up to £6,300 annually. If you join us from 5 October 2025, any time worked between 18:00 – 22:00 will attract an Evening Premium at £3 per hour for those enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.

Working Hours – Full time role, 37.5 hours per week on a 2 week rota, with the expectation of working 1 in 2 Saturdays, at premium overtime rates. Week 1: Monday to Friday 06:00-14:00. Week 2: Monday to Friday 14:00-22:00.

Contract type – Permanent

Location – Magna Park (NDC)

What you'll be doing

As a Technician within the team, you’ll be working on our large HGV lorries. It will be your job to ensure all vehicles are maintained to a safe and roadworthy standard to both VOSA and Partnership requirements.

Ensure the relevant sections of all inspections, services and defect sheets are completed in compliance with our O Licence obligations, and that all spare requests and time books are completed daily. You will need to be aware of best practice and current commercial vehicle repair techniques to ensure high quality repairs are carried out in a cost effective manner and that the use of spare parts and consumables reflects the level of work carried out.

Why join us?

Our Vehicle Workshop is growing and you’ll be working with many experienced Partners. Our current technicians will ensure you have all the tools you need to perform effectively and thrive in your role, with opportunities to develop your knowledge and progress your career. You’ll also be able to support the development of our apprentices within the workshop. Working in our Vehicle workshop is a fun and collaborative environment.

As a co-owned business, all of our Partners work together to ensure goals are fulfilled and that everyone in the team is part of that success.

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• City and Guilds Level 3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualifications
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence
• A proven background in transport commercial vehicle repairs
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation and roadworthiness

Desirable Skills

• IRTEC
• LGV C+E Driving Licence

Next Steps

The application process includes CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page when completing tasks. If internal, check Workday notifications and PDW guidance under Internal application process. Vacancies may close early if there is high volume of applications. You may be asked about adjustments needed to support the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply early. We will discuss any adjustments you might need at interview. Thank you for your interest in joining JLP.

The partnership

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. We are focused on being brilliant at retail and serving our customers with quality and service.

As Partners we share ownership and contribute to our success, working together with kindness and respect. We encourage an environment where everyone can be themselves and thrive, growing individually and as a team. As Partners, we make all the difference and we all own it.

Important points to note:

• Some roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process. DBS checks will be carried out by a third-party registered body and financial probity checks may be required for some roles.
• Vacancies can close early if there is a high number of applicants; apply early.
• We encourage a good work-life balance and support flexible working where possible. Discuss flexibility with the hiring manager during the interview.