Senior HGV Technician – Fleet Maintenance Expert

Octane Recruitment; North East Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a dedicated team in North East Derbyshire. The role involves maintaining, inspecting, and repairing a fleet of commercial vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and safety. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified with extensive experience in handling large commercial fleets and possess a Cat C driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary of £41,000, 25 days of annual leave, and a range of excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 6% matched pension scheme

Annual tool allowance after 12 months of service

Employee discounts on leisure, cinema, and shopping

Health & wellbeing support

Extensive career development training

Safe and inclusive working culture

Qualifications

• Fully qualified HGV Technician (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience maintaining large commercial fleets.
• Cat C driving licence.
• Experience with specialist hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance inspections and repairs as a qualified HGV Technician on all fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Plan and complete statutory inspections in consultation with management.
• Conduct brake tests and post‑repair test drives to ensure all vehicles meet roadworthiness standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment.
• Record all inspections and repairs accurately, either electronically or manually.
• Occasionally work outside standard hours when operationally required.

Job description

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a dedicated team in North East Derbyshire. The role involves maintaining, inspecting, and repairing a fleet of commercial vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and safety. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified with extensive experience in handling large commercial fleets and possess a Cat C driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary of £41,000, 25 days of annual leave, and a range of excellent benefits.