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

• Service and repair HGVs, units and commercial trailers.
• Carry out inspections, maintenance and defect repairs.
• Diagnose faults and identify suitable repair solutions.
• Complete MOT preparation and support inspection work.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical and fabrication work suited to your experience.
• Maintain accurate job records and follow workshop procedures.
• Work safely and effectively, both independently and as part of a team.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience servicing and repairing HGVs, units or trailers.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• A relevant Heavy Vehicle Maintenance qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds, or equivalent experience.
• A full UK driving licence.
• 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

• Around £20 per hour basic, depending on experience.
• Overtime may be available; rate to be confirmed.
• Benefits to be confirmed