HGV Technician

📍 Location: Gateshead
💷 Salary: £35,235 (£40.635 OTE)
🕒 Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🚗 Driving Licence Required
🎓 Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Qualification Essential

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a fresh challenge in a professional, well-equipped workshop environment?

My client are looking for a skilled and proactive technician to join their team to maintain and repair a modern, diverse fleet of heavy goods and commercial vehicles. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same - from diagnostics and electrical repairs to fabrication and roadside call-outs.

🔧 What You'll Be Doing:

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Carrying out scheduled servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles

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Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults using the latest diagnostic tools

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Performing bodywork repairs, welding, and fabrication

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Ensuring all vehicles meet compliance and road safety standards

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Supporting junior team members and maintaining a safe, clean workshop

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Attending breakdowns and off-site work when needed

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Participating in a standby rota for out-of-hours cover (as required)

✅ What they're Looking For:

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Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - essential

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Proven experience with HGV servicing, diagnostics, and repair

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Strong understanding of modern vehicle systems (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical)

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Welding/fabrication experience preferred

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Full UK driving licence required

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IRTEC accreditation desirable (or willingness to achieve)

🌟 What they Offer:

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Opportunities for training, development, and IRTEC accreditation

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Supportive and safety-focused workshop environment

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Work-life balance with structured hours and paid standby

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Long-term job security and career growth potential

Ready to take the next step in your HGV career?

Apply now and become a key part of a respected, forward-thinking team keeping essential vehicles on the road