Scania Technician

S J Bargh Ltd; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle2Work scheme

Free onsite parking

Unum Help@Hand Wellbeing Programme

Job summary

S J Bargh Ltd is a leading provider of specialised logistics services across the UK, seeking a Scania Technician (Nights) in Lancaster. You will deliver high-quality maintenance, inspections and repairs on Scania and mixed-fleet HGVs, ensuring DVSA-compliant standards and meticulous records.

The role requires strong diagnostic ability, disciplined record-keeping, and the capacity to work efficiently in a busy franchise workshop.

Qualifications

• Strong HGV technical background
• Experience with DVSA inspection standards
• Ability to diagnose complex faults across mechanical/electrical/electronic systems
• Experience using digital maintenance systems (R2C or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Carry out full vehicle and trailer safety inspections, servicing and repairs to DVSA standards
• Perform advanced diagnostics using Scania systems and OEM tooling
• Maintain ancillaries and body applications including hydraulics and refrigeration
• Support maintenance on mobile and fixed plant operated by Operations
• Keep audit-ready maintenance records and comply with laws
• Manage work via the R2C platform with real-time updates
• Communicate downtime and progress to Workshop Supervisor/Service Manager
• Maintain tools and report calibration and faults promptly
• Assist parts team with parts identification and ordering
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with high workmanship quality
• Adhere to documentation, safety and workshop standards
• Enjoy 28 days leave + long-service leave and annual pay reviews

Skills

HGV technical background

Diagnostics

DVSA inspection standards

Scania systems

R2C maintenance platform

Tools

R2C fleet maintenance platform

Scania systems

Job description

S J Bargh is a leader in specialised logistics to the milk industry, general haulage, palletised distribution network, Scania Parts Dealership and third-party HGV vehicle repairs and management to customers throughout the UK. Scania Technician (Nights) - Lancaster Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday, 6pm - 6am This role is ideal for a technician who takes pride in engineering accuracy, diagnostic capability, and DVSA-compliant maintenance standards. Role Overview You will be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance, inspections, and repairs across Scania and mixed-fleet HGVs and trailers. The role requires strong technical competence, disciplined record-keeping, and the ability to work efficiently within a busy franchise workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Full vehicle and trailer safety inspections, servicing, and repairs to DVSA standards
• Advanced diagnostics using Scania systems, OEM tooling, and electronic test equipment
• Maintenance of ancillaries and specialist body applications, including hydraulics, pneumatics, refrigeration, and electrical
• systems
• Supporting maintenance on mobile and fixed plant operated by the wider Operations team
• Ensuring accurate, audit-ready maintenance records in line with legislative and company requirements
• Managing allocated work through the R2C fleet maintenance platform, ensuring real-time updates and compliance
• Communicating downtime, repair progress, and completion to the Workshop Supervisor and Service Manager
• Maintaining workshop tooling, reporting calibration requirements and equipment faults promptly
• Assisting the parts team with technical parts identification and ordering
• Strong HGV technical background (Scania experience advantageous)
• Proven ability to diagnose complex faults across mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
• Understanding of DVSA inspection standards, brake testing, and roadworthiness compliance
• Experience using digital maintenance systems (R2C or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship
• A disciplined approach to documentation, safety, and workshop standards
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata for shift pattern)
• Additional leave for long service
• Annual pay review
• Full induction and ongoing technical training, including Scania development pathways
• Unum Help@Hand Wellbeing Programme
• Life insurance
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Pension scheme and complementary life insurance
• Clear career progression within a respected Scania franchise