LGV Technician

NY Highways; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transport service in North Yorkshire seeks a full-time Mechanic to handle vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. Join a supportive team with overtime opportunities in a clean, well-equipped workshop. Candidates must have a Class C LGV licence and relevant vocational qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and strong career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual pay progression

Generous paid annual leave

Use of company vehicle

Membership of pension scheme

Access to various staff benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduled maintenance and servicing of vehicles.
• Knowledge of preparing vehicles for MOT and brake testing.
• Skills in diagnosing faults and performing repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and servicing.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and brake testing.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs using modern equipment.
• Fabricate and weld as needed.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team.

Skills

Class C LGV driving licence

Diagnostic experience across multiple vehicle brands

Ability to work flexibly and independently

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ or BTEC in HGV vehicle maintenance

Job description

Location:Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Remuneration:£40,100.66 - £42,794.35 per year with overtime available

Salary: £34,796.66 - £37,490.35 p.a.

Market Supplement: £3,000 p.a.

Tool allowance: £427 p.a.

Standby payments: £1,877 p.a. (hourly rate for call outs £23.64 - £25.47 per hour)

Contract:Permanent, Full time 40 hours per week

Hours: 7:30am – 4.00pm

Join Our Team and Keep North Yorkshire Moving

At NY Highways, our Fleet team is the heartbeat of keeping North Yorkshire moving. Joining us means stepping into a busy and friendly workshop where teamwork matters and every day brings something new. We pride ourselves on a clean, well‑equipped workshop and a culture that balances hard work with satisfaction of seeing a job well done.

You’ll have the chance to work on a wide range of vehicles and plant – from cars and vans to gritters and specialist equipment – so no two days are the same. There’s plenty of overtime available for those who want it, but we also value work-life balance, giving you time for what matters outside of work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out scheduled maintenance and servicing
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and brake testing
• Diagnosing faults and performing repairs using modern equipment
• Fabricating and welding as needed
• Working independently and collaboratively within a supportive team

What You’ll Bring

• Class C LGV driving licence
• City & Guilds, NVQ or BTEC in HGV vehicle maintenance
• Diagnostic experience across multiple vehicle brands
• Ability to work flexibly and independently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why NY Highways?

We’re a growing, commercially‑minded organisation with strong public sector links. Our partnership with North Yorkshire Council ensures job security, while our expanding private sector workstreams offer variety and challenge. While we work closely with the Council, NY Highways is an independent business and not part of the Council itself.

• A competitive salary with annual pay progression
• Opportunities for career progression including a strong commitment to your training and development, including a variety of courses to support your career growth
• Generous paid annual leave starting at 24 days, increasing to 29 days with 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays. Other types of paid or unpaid leave to support your family circumstances
• Use of a company vehicle during the working day
• Membership of the Royal London pension scheme with Employer contributions
• Access to a variety of staff benefits including the Vivup scheme, Cycle to work schemes, access to Darlington Credit Union, Death in Service Benefit
• Access to Occupational Health services, Health cash plan and an Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment with a range of best practice policies

Apply

Apply today– interviews will be held throughout the process, so don’t wait!

Please get in touch with Ashley Benford on 07814 932 389 or [e-mail] to discuss the position in more detail.

Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 11 December 2025

Shortlisting and Interviews are planned to take place throughout the recruitment process, if you would like to apply, please do so now and we will respond to you quickly.

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.