HGV Technician 4 on/off

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.