HGV Technician

Hgv Technician

Location: Ipswich Salary: £45,000-£55,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, plus 1 Saturday per month, 7:00am-11:00am Working Week: 40 hours per week

Looking for Your Next HGV Technician Opportunity?

We're recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician to join an established commercial vehicle workshop in Ipswich.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified HGV Technician looking for a stable Monday-to-Friday role, with only one Saturday morning per month and strong earning potential of up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.

You'll work on a varied fleet of heavy commercial vehicles, carrying out servicing, maintenance, repairs and diagnostics to keep vehicles safe, compliant and road-ready.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out servicing, inspections, repairs and preventative maintenance on HGVs
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults
• Carrying out defect repairs and fault finding
• Following manufacturer specifications and approved repair procedures
• Using vehicle diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve faults
• Completing warranty work and associated documentation
• Completing job cards, repair orders and time recording accurately
• Working efficiently to minimise vehicle downtime
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
• Working closely with colleagues and management to maintain workshop productivity
• Taking part in ongoing technical training and development

About You

We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician with:

• City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience within an HGV or commercial vehicle workshop
• Proven HGV servicing, maintenance and repair experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
• Good diagnostic and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisation and workload management skills
• Good written and verbal communication
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Commitment to continued learning and development

Desirable Experience The following would be advantageous:

• Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Licence
• Tachograph Licence
• HGV main dealership experience
• Diagnostic Technician experience
• Strong experience using commercial vehicle diagnostic equipment

What's on Offer?

• £45,000-£55,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
• 1 Saturday per month, 7:00am-11:00am
• 40-hour working week
• Overtime opportunities
• 31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays
• Full-time, permanent position
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Opportunity to develop your diagnostic and technical expertise
• Long-term career progression
• Professional commercial vehicle workshop environment
• Strong focus on quality, safety and workmanship

Apply Today If you're an experienced HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician looking for a Monday-to-Friday role with only one Saturday morning per month, a 40-hour working week and the potential to earn up to £55,000, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Aaron at Auto Skills UK on (phone number removed)