HGV Technician / Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

HGV Technician / Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Purfleet, Essex
Pay: Around £20 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Approximately 40–50 hours per week; exact hours and overtime arrangements to be confirmed
Employment: Permanent, full-time

The role

Our client is looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy commercial vehicle workshop. You’ll service, maintain and repair HGVs, units and trailers, diagnosing faults and carrying out high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

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Service and repair HGVs, units and commercial trailers.

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Carry out inspections, maintenance and defect repairs.

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Diagnose faults and identify suitable repair solutions.

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Complete MOT preparation and support inspection work.

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Carry out mechanical, electrical and fabrication work suited to your experience.

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Maintain accurate job records and follow workshop procedures.

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Work safely and effectively, both independently and as part of a team.

What we’re looking for

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Proven experience servicing and repairing HGVs, units or trailers.

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Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.

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A relevant Heavy Vehicle Maintenance qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds, or equivalent experience.

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A full UK driving licence.

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A reliable, safety-conscious approach and pride in your workmanship.

A Class 1 (C+E) licence and coded-welding experience would be advantageous.

Pay and benefits

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Around £20 per hour basic, depending on experience.

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Overtime may be available; rate to be confirmed.

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Benefits to be confirmed
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed