Location
Askam in Furness
Industry sector
Automotive
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/03/2026
Closing date
08/04/2026
HGV Technician
Location: Furness
Salary: Up to £48,000
Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 5:00pm
About the Company
Our client is a well-established, family-owned HGV maintenance business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service and engineering standards across their fleet operations. Built on years of industry experience and a commitment to excellence, the company continues to grow and invest in its people through ongoing training, development, and clear career progression opportunities.
Due to continued expansion, they are now seeking a skilled and motivated HGV Technician to join their professional and supportive workshop team.
The Role of the HGV Technician
You will be working alongside a team of experienced and highly skilled technicians, maintaining, and repairing a varied fleet of commercial vehicles and trailers. This is a hands-on role where technical ability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are essential.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out vehicle inspections and safety checks
- Completing routine servicing and planned preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing and carrying out reactive repairs when required
- Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOT testing
- Identifying and rectifying running defects
- Ensuring all work is completed to the highest safety and compliance standards
- General workshop duties associated with HGV maintenance and repair
About the Successful HGV Technician
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience working with heavy goods vehicles.
You will ideally have:
- Extensive knowledge of HGVs and trailers
- City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
- Proven experience working as an HGV Technician
- A Class 1 HGV Licence (desirable but not essential)
- A professional and reliable approach with strong attention to detail
What’s on Offer for the successful HGV Technician
In return, the company offers a competitive package and a positive working environment where technicians are valued and supported.
- Salary up to £48,000
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Employee store discounts
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Ongoing training and career development
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