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HGV Technician 4 On/Off
- stockport, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
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


