HGV Technician

We're looking for a skilled technician to join our Aftermarket team, maintaining and repairing refuse collection vehicles and specialist equipment that provide essential front-line services across the UK. You'll play a key role in helping customers keep their fleets safe, compliant and operational. Whether you're currently working on HGVs, buses, coaches, plant machinery or other heavy vehicles, this is an opportunity to build on your experience and develop your technical skills within a specialist vehicle environment.

Responsibilities

Carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on a range of specialist vehicles, working both in our workshop and at customer sites; Diagnose and repair faults on HGV chassis, refuse collection vehicles and mounted equipment; Carry out planned servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance; Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections and complete quality checks; Complete mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, body and chassis repairs; Record completed work accurately using workshop and fleet management systems; Liaise professionally with customers and colleagues to ensure work is completed efficiently; Follow health and safety procedures and maintain excellent housekeeping standards; Continue developing your technical knowledge through product and technical training

Requirements

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance; Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs, commercial vehicles, buses, coaches, plant or specialist vehicles; Well-developed diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills; Good understanding of vehicle electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems; Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical information; A commitment to quality workmanship, safety and customer service; Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and customers; Good IT skills and experience completing workshop documentation

Nice to have

HGV Class 2 licence; IRTEC accreditation or manufacturer training; Experience working on electric vehicles; Experience with Volvo Tech Tool, Allison Transmission or similar specialist systems

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees); Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary; Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions; Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance; Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it; Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow; Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle; My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more; Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions