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 OTEEarly Shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm
Up to £20.50 per hour
£42,640 annual salary
Overtime paid at £30.75 per hourRotating 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 hourAlternate 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.
If this HGV Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Commercial Vehicle Technician, LGV Technician, Truck Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Fleet Technician and PSV Technician roles across the UK
