HGV Technician
Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: £42,000 – £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday–Friday, rotating shifts
Employment: Permanent, Full-time
Recruitment: Managed by Interaction Recruitment on behalf of our client
The Opportunity
I am currently working with an established independent HGV workshop in Harlow who are looking to recruit an experienced HGV Technician to join their growing workshop team.
This is a hands-on position suited to a technician with strong mechanical and diagnostic experience who takes pride in their workmanship and enjoys working on a varied range of commercial vehicles.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on HGVs and commercial vehicles.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
- Carry out fault finding using diagnostic equipment, including TEXA and Jaltest.
- Complete MOT preparation and rectification work.
- Investigate and repair vehicle defects.
- Carry out repairs safely and to a high standard.
- Complete service sheets, job cards and vehicle documentation accurately.
- Work both independently and as part of a workshop team.
- Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic.
- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
- Good knowledge of HGVs and commercial vehicles.
- Experience with servicing, inspections and repairs.
- Experience using diagnostic equipment such as TEXA or Jaltest.
- A logical approach to fault finding.
- Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- A reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.
- NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Class 1 or Class 2 licence is advantageous but not essential.
Working Hours
The role operates on a fortnightly shift pattern:
Week 1: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm
Week 2: Monday–Friday, 12:00pm–8:00pm
Plus: Saturday, 7:00am–12:00pm
A £60 late-shift bonus is paid during the late-shift week.
Package
- £42,000 – £65,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
- £60 late-shift bonus.
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Company pension.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Free on-site parking.
- Company events.
- Fortnightly pay.
To apply please contact:
Michael O’Hare
01462 670666
michael.ohare@irweb.co.uk
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