Commercial Vehicle

HGV Technician

Wiltshire Permanent 50,000 40hrs/week

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Trailer Technician 

Location: Swindon
Pay: £16.81–£19.32 per hour + shift allowances
Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Shift Options – Choose What Suits You

Days: Monday–Friday | 06:00–14:30 | £16.81 per hour
Lates: Monday–Friday | 14:00–22:00 | £16.81 per hour + £21.20 shift allowance
Nights: Tuesday–Friday | 21:00–07:00 | £19.32 per hour + £18.75 shift allowance

About the Role

Tru Talent is recruiting an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Trailer Technician to join an award-winning commercial vehicle dealership in Swindon.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a modern workshop environment, carrying out maintenance, repairs and diagnostics on HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles. With a choice of shifts, manufacturer training and excellent progression opportunities, this role offers a great long-term career.

Benefits

  • Choice of day, late or night shifts
  • Competitive hourly rates + shift allowances
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, including Saturdays
  • 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Birthday day off
  • Manufacturer training and career development
  • 4x salary death in service
  • Pension scheme
  • 24/7 GP and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental health support
  • Uniform provided
  • Long service rewards and additional annual leave

The Role of the HGV Technician:

  • Service, maintain and repair HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles
  • Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
  • Complete inspections and preventative maintenance
  • Carry out repairs to DVSA and manufacturer standards
  • Assist with breakdown repairs when required
  • Complete job cards, warranty claims and workshop paperwork
  • Maintain a safe and professional workshop environment

The Requirements

Essential:

  • Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
  • Previous HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Trailer Technician experience
  • Experience with servicing, repairs and diagnostics
  • Knowledge of DVSA standards
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship

Desirable:

  • IRTEC accreditation

Click ‘Apply Now’ to take the next step in your career.

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Job ID / REF: 4177