Job Description:

Role Overview: HGV Technician

• Shift Pattern: 4-on, 4-off (12-hour shifts)

• Salary Breakdown:

  • Days: £43,000

  • Split Shift (Days & Nights): £48,000

  • Nights: £51,000

Key Responsibilities (HOVIS Vehicle Services Specification)

• Servicing & Maintenance:Perform routine servicing, safety inspections, and preventative maintenance across the fleet (e.g., 16T DAF, 7.2T Iveco Daily, and larger distribution units).

• Diagnostics:Perform mechanical and electrical fault-finding using commercial diagnostic tools (e.g., Texa systems).

• MOT & Safety Inspections: Prepare commercial vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards for MOT testing.

• Ancillary Maintenance:Inspect, service, and repair tail lifts, shutter doors, and bodywork components.

• Compliance & Records:Ensure all vehicle defect reports, job cards, and maintenance logs meet strict road safety and DVSA compliance standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Essential: NVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds / equivalent qualification) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

• Preferred (Not Essential):Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) driving licence.

• Skills & Experience:

  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities on commercial vehicles.

  • Familiarity with DVSA inspection guidelines.

  • Ability to work effectively on a 12-hour 4-on, 4-off rota.