HGV Technician

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Bridgwater
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£48,189 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Vehicle diagnostics Hydraulics Electronics MOT preparation NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Commercial vehicle repair Fault-finding Health and safety compliance

FULL DESCRIPTION

HGV Technician

Location: Bridgwater, TA6 5LB

Hours: 45 hours per week (flexible options available)

Salary: £46,425.60 - £48,189.77 pa

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment
  • Service vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare them for MOT inspections
  • Complete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Department of Transport specifications
  • Maintain accurate records and enter job details into company systems
  • Liaise professionally with customers and work independently at customer sites
  • Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to company standards
  • Follow health and safety procedures and conduct risk assessments where required
  • Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledge

Ideal Candidate

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance
  • Proven experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
  • Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including overtime
  • Experience with electric vehicles, IRTEC qualification, or HGV Class 2 licence is a bonus

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health Shield Medical Cash Plan
  • GP Anytime
  • Training and Development
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Care Concierge
  • Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance
  • My Benefits Platform
  • Independent Free Mortgage Advice

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