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HGV Technician Job in Southampton

Hampshire
Southampton
Service Department, Independent Garage
£43290 - £45000 per annum
150679
Our client, a reputable and busy HGV Service & Repair Centre in Southampton, is seeking a skilled and motivated HGV Technician to join their dedicated team.
  • Basic Salary: Up to £43,290 (DOE) 
  • Potential OTE: £45,000
  • HGV Commercial Vehicle Centre
  • Flexible working hours – mainly day shifts, early starts optional
  • Hybrid working, half mobile and half workshop role
This role involves working on a diverse fleet of vans, trucks, and trailers, with opportunities to carry out roadside, breakdown, and workshop repairs. If you're passionate about commercial vehicles, enjoy working flexibly, and have a strong work ethic, this could be the perfect role for you. You'll benefit from a supportive environment and the chance to contribute to a dynamic operations team.

What’s in it for you as a HGV Technician?
  •  Competitive basic salary up to £43,290 plus earning potential
  •  OTE approximately £45,000 including overtime and call-out opportunities
  •  Flexible start times, mainly between 07:30 – 08:30, with early shifts available
  •  Opportunities for call-outs and Saturday work for extra earnings
  •  Working across mobile servicing, roadside breakdowns, and workshop repairs
  •  Supportive and friendly team environment
  •  Ongoing training and development opportunities
Duties of a HGV Technician with our client:
  •  Servicing and repairing a variety of commercial vehicles, including vans, trucks, and trailers
  •  Diagnosing faults using advanced electronic diagnostic tools and software
  •  Carrying out repairs such as brake, clutch, and timing belt replacements
  •  Engine and gearbox dismantling, repair, and reassembly
  •  Making accurate estimates for repairs and advising customers on work needed
  •  Working both in the workshop and on mobile service vans, with travel involved
  •  Maintaining high standards of safety and vehicle quality throughout all work
  •  Communicating effectively with team members and customers to ensure smooth operations
  •  You will be asked to work a hybrid role, half workshop and half mobile 
What our client expects of their HGV Technicians:
  •  Fully qualified up to NVQ Level 3 or 2 or equivalent (time-served individuals also considered)
  •  Recently qualified individuals considered 
  •  Proven experience with HGV, LCV and commercial vehicle repairs
  •  Strong diagnostic skills, particularly with electronic systems
  •  Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence is beneficial but not essential
  •  Good organisational skills and attention to detail
  •  Reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently and within a team
  •  Flexibility with working hours, including early starts and mobile work
  •  Driving licence essential for mobile site work
Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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