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HGV Tech
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- Southampton
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £48,672 - £0 Per Annum
Job Description
HGV Technician
Location: Southampton
Salary: £19.50 per hour + Overtime paid at 1.5x
Hours: 48 hours per week | 4 on, 4 off | 06:00 - 18:00
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join a successful and growing commercial vehicle maintenance operation.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people through ongoing manufacturer training, career development and progression opportunities, while working within a supportive and highly experienced workshop team.
If you're passionate about commercial vehicles and take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an HGV Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles, trailers and commercial vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring fleets remain safe, compliant and on the road.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out major and minor repairs to HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles.
Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance, including inspections, oil changes and component replacement.
Diagnose mechanical faults and work collaboratively with the wider workshop team to identify effective repair solutions.
Maintain accurate service records, warranty documentation and workshop paperwork.
Ensure workshop equipment, tooling and working areas are maintained to a high standard.
Attend roadside breakdowns and emergency repairs where required.
Work in line with DVSA standards and manufacturer specifications.About You
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI).
Previous experience maintaining and repairing HGVs and trailers.
A good understanding of DVSA inspection standards.
A full UK driving licence.
IRTEC accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.We're interested in experienced technicians who are committed to delivering high standards and who enjoy working as part of a professional and supportive team.
What's On Offer?
£19.50 per hour
Overtime paid at 1.5x
4 on, 4 off shift pattern
20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Additional day off for your birthday
Company pension
Death in service benefit
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
Career progression opportunities
Long service awards and enhanced family-friendly policies
Uniform provided
Employee recognition and reward programmesIf you're looking for a long-term career with an employer that genuinely invests in its people and provides excellent opportunities for development, we'd love to hear from you.
Forward Assist Recruitment is acting as an employment agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to equal opportunities
Location: Southampton
Salary: £19.50 per hour + Overtime paid at 1.5x
Hours: 48 hours per week | 4 on, 4 off | 06:00 - 18:00
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join a successful and growing commercial vehicle maintenance operation.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people through ongoing manufacturer training, career development and progression opportunities, while working within a supportive and highly experienced workshop team.
If you're passionate about commercial vehicles and take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an HGV Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles, trailers and commercial vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring fleets remain safe, compliant and on the road.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out major and minor repairs to HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles.
Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance, including inspections, oil changes and component replacement.
Diagnose mechanical faults and work collaboratively with the wider workshop team to identify effective repair solutions.
Maintain accurate service records, warranty documentation and workshop paperwork.
Ensure workshop equipment, tooling and working areas are maintained to a high standard.
Attend roadside breakdowns and emergency repairs where required.
Work in line with DVSA standards and manufacturer specifications.About You
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI).
Previous experience maintaining and repairing HGVs and trailers.
A good understanding of DVSA inspection standards.
A full UK driving licence.
IRTEC accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.We're interested in experienced technicians who are committed to delivering high standards and who enjoy working as part of a professional and supportive team.
What's On Offer?
£19.50 per hour
Overtime paid at 1.5x
4 on, 4 off shift pattern
20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Additional day off for your birthday
Company pension
Death in service benefit
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
Career progression opportunities
Long service awards and enhanced family-friendly policies
Uniform provided
Employee recognition and reward programmesIf you're looking for a long-term career with an employer that genuinely invests in its people and provides excellent opportunities for development, we'd love to hear from you.
Forward Assist Recruitment is acting as an employment agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to equal opportunities