HGV Workshop Technician

FORDE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; The Holme; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced HGV Workshop Technician in South Yorkshire. The role involves high-quality maintenance, inspection, and repair of HGVs and light vehicles, including preparing vehicles for MOTs and diagnosing faults. Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds or IMI Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair. The position offers a pay rate of £20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experienced in HGV and light commercial inspection, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of workshop health & safety and electrical systems.
• Able to work independently and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance and repair work to a high standard.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and conduct safety inspections.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults.

Skills

HGV inspection and maintenance

Fault diagnosis in hydraulic and electrical systems

Welding and fabrication

Knowledge of fleet management software

Education

City & Guilds or IMI Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Our client, based in the South Yorkshire area, is seeking an experienced HGV Workshop Technician to join their team.

Do you have the skills to fill this role? Read the complete details below, and make your application today.

You’ll provide high quality maintenance, inspection, repair, and testing services for their fleet and external customers, covering a diverse range of HGVs and light vehicles.

The role involves:

• Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOTs.
• Carrying out safety inspections to DVSA standards.
• Diagnosing faults in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Undertaking welding, fabrication, and body repairs.
• Attending breakdowns and accident‑damaged vehicles to carry out repairs or decommissioning as required.

About You

• Experienced in HGV and light commercial inspection, maintenance, and repair (municipal vehicle experience desirable).
• Knowledge of workshop health & safety, pneumatics, hydraulics, and 12/24v electrical systems.
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records using fleet management software.

Qualifications & Requirements

• City & Guilds or IMI Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Motor Vehicle Engineering, or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C, or willingness to obtain within the first year.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance, inspection, and repair work to a high standard.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and conduct safety inspections.
• Diagnose and repair complex faults across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Support service improvement projects and maintain accurate technical records.
• Promote safe, efficient workshop operations and teamwork.

Pay Rate: £20 per hour

Please call the office on and ask to speak to a member of the driving team.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, then please presume that you have not been successful on this occasion and continue to search on our website for future vacancies.