HGV Technician

HGV Technician - Salisbury | £46,948+ OTE £50,300+ | Day Shifts & 13:30 Friday Finish

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for excellent earning potential, specialist HGV equipment and a great work-life balance? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Heavy Equipment Transport operation supporting a major MoD contract, based in Salisbury.

You'll join a skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping a fleet of bespoke HGV vehicles operational, while having the opportunity to develop your skills through specialist training and Army Sponsored Reservist opportunities.

Why apply for this HGV Technician role?

£46,948 starting salary
OTE circa £50,300 including uplifts and bounty
Further substantial earning potential for major exercises and operational tours
50% salary uplift when deployed on operations
Day shifts only
13:30 finish every Friday
Opportunity to train as an Army Sponsored Reservist
Specialist experience working on a bespoke HGV fleet
Military training, exercises and development opportunities
Work within established military workshop facilities
Join a skilled team with a strong can-do attitude

Key Responsibilities:

As an HGV Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining the fleet of Heavy Equipment Transport vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and operational.

Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on specialist HGV vehicles
Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults
Support wider fleet maintenance requirements
Assist with larger tasks, exercises and operational requirements
Participate in military training and exercises as a Sponsored Reservist
Be prepared for operational deployment when required
Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high-quality service

What we're looking for:

We're looking for an enthusiastic HGV Technician with strong mechanical skills and a professional approach.

BTEC, City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification in an appropriate discipline
Previous HGV mechanical or commercial vehicle experience
C+E / HGV Class 1 licence desirable, although training can be provided
No more than 6 points on your driving licence
Physically and medically fit to meet Army training requirements
Willingness to work away from home when required
Previous military experience is desirable
Serving Regulars or Reservists may be able to transfer directly
A strong team player who takes pride in delivering an effective serviceIf you're an experienced HGV Technician looking for a specialist role in Salisbury offering strong earning potential, day shifts and an early Friday finish, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your HGV career.

Job Number │ 49166
Location │ Salisbury
Role │ HGV Technician

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