HGV Technician

HGV Technician role for a skilled and motivated technician to join a busy commercial vehicle workshop, maintaining and repairing one of the UK’s largest and most varied rental fleets.

Must have the right to work in the UK. A full UK driving licence is required, and a Class C or CE licence would be highly advantageous.

Location: Southampton Pay / salary: £44,45 basic per annum, OTE £50,000 with overtime and bonus opportunities Job type: Permanent / full-time role Shift and schedule: Flexible start and finish times between 7:00am and 6:00pm, no Saturdays (available as OT)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Annual salary reviews and clear progression opportunities
• Structured technical training programme with development towards Master Technician level
• Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend shifts
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays
• Additional time off for your birthday
• Company pension and life assurance
• Access to same-day virtual private GP appointments and wider employee support benefits
• Employee discounts, cycle to work scheme and paid volunteer days
• Supportive, family-owned business environment with long-term career stability

Company A major commercial vehicle rental and mobility business operating a large and diverse UK fleet, including HGVs, LCVs, vans, refrigerated vehicles, electric vehicles and specialist vehicles. The business supports commercial customers across the UK and Ireland, with workshop and mobile maintenance teams focused on vehicle up time, safety, customer service and technician development.

Skills and experience

• Relevant HGV, heavy vehicle or commercial vehicle maintenance qualification, or proven workshop experience in a similar role
• Experience with service, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for HGV workshop duties

Job Responsibilities for the HGV Technician role

Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and maintenance on heavy commercial vehicles Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and technical faults using modern diagnostic equipment Completing repairs to manufacturer standards across HGV and commercial vehicle systems Supporting breakdown, roadside or rota requirements where applicable and maintaining high levels of customer service If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply.

Consultant: Jason Evans – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.

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