HGV Technician

We are recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician, LGV Technician or Truck Technician to join a modern commercial vehicle workshop in Felixstowe. Applicants must have previous HGV maintenance and repair experience and hold a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent). Strong diagnostic skills and knowledge of commercial vehicle regulations are essential.

Location: Felixstowe
Salary: Up to £25.50 per hour
OTE: £53,000–£60,000 (Late Shift)
Hours: Multiple Shift Patterns Available

Shift Options & SalaryLate Shift – 3:30pm to Midnight

• 40 hours per week
• Up to £25.50 per hour
• £53,000–£60,000 OTE

Early Shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm

• Up to £20.50 per hour
• £42,640 annual salary
• Overtime paid at £30.75 per hour

Rotating Shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm / 3:30pm to Midnight

• Up to £22.00 per hour
• £45,760 annual salary
• Overtime paid at £33.00 per hour

Alternate Saturday mornings paid at time and a half.

Why Apply?

• Up to £60,000 OTE
• Choice of Early, Late or Rotating Shifts
• Overtime Paid at Time and a Half
• Newly Built Workshop with Modern Diagnostic Equipment
• 25 Days Holiday, Increasing with Service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Cashback Scheme
• IRTEC and IVR Training
• Electromobility and Technical Training
• Opportunity to Gain an HGV Driving Licence
• Retail Discounts and Discounted Vehicle Contract Hire
• Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
• Career Progression Opportunities

HGV Technician Role

• Service, maintain and repair heavy goods vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults
• Identify defects during servicing and planned maintenance
• Prepare accurate repair information, quotes and work orders
• Complete workshop documentation, time recording and labour coding
• Carry out effective shift handovers and prepare completed jobs for invoicing
• Ensure all work meets workshop, safety and compliance standards

HGV Technician Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, LGV Technician, Truck Technician or Heavy Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and repair skills
• Good knowledge of DVSA requirements, MOT testing standards and Operator Licence regulations
• Experience working to standard repair times and workshop KPIs
• Experience using GDS and Impact diagnostic systems
• Basic Microsoft Outlook skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

How to Apply
If you're interested in this HGV Technician vacancy in Felixstowe, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Kalum Green – Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

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