Hgv Technician

HGV Technician / Trailer Technician

Location: Ford, West Sussex

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 45 hours per week, shift-based

Start Date: ASAP

Training: Specialist training provided

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced or aspiring HGV Technician / Trailer Technician on behalf of our client, a growing specialist business operating within the heavy haulage, dangerous goods and cryogenic gas sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation providing specialist maintenance, technical training and procurement solutions to the heavy transport industry, working alongside leading operators in the biogas sector.

Based at their facility, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, gain specialist industry knowledge and receive comprehensive training in the maintenance and repair of specialist vehicles and trailers, including ADR assets and cryogenic equipment.

Working closely with an experienced Workshop Manager,

you will benefit from ongoing development and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a highly specialised and growing industry.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Maintenance & Diagnostics

Carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs on heavy goods vehicles, tractor units and trailers.

Diagnose mechanical, electrical and trailer-related faults.

Develop specialist skills in cryogenic, gas and vacuum-insulated trailer systems through structured training.

Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with relevant industry

requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

Accurately record maintenance activities, repairs and modifications using the R2C workshop management system.

Provide regular updates to the Workshop Manager on job progress and outstanding work.

Maintain clear and accurate service records.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Follow all relevant health, safety and environmental procedures.

Work in accordance with applicable industry standards and regulations relating to ADR assets and dangerous goods.

Ensure safe working practices are maintained when working with specialist gas and transport equipment.

Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

We welcome applications from experienced technicians and candidates looking to develop their skills within a specialist sector.

The following qualifications and experience would be advantageous, although specialist training will be provided:

Experience in HGV, heavy vehicle or trailer maintenance and repair.

IRTEC qualification.

Level 2 or Level 3 IMI or City & Guilds qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

PAS 43 knowledge or qualification.

REACT licence.

Experience using workshop management systems, such as R2C.

Knowledge of ADR vehicles, dangerous goods or compressed gas systems.

Experience with cryogenic engineering or vacuum-insulated trailers.

A valid HGV driving licence, ADR qualification or Driver CPC.

Candidates with strong mechanical skills, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in specialist vehicle engineering are encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Overtime opportunities available.

On-call duties and emergency call-outs.

Specialist onsite and offsite training.

Ongoing technical development and career progression.

The opportunity to work with specialist equipment within a growing industry.

Working Hours & Location

Full-time position, working 45 hours per week.

Shift-based working pattern.

Base location: Ford, West Sussex.

UK-wide work may be required as part of the role.

How to Apply

If you are an HGV Technician, Trailer Technician or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, along with a covering letter and details of any relevant qualifications or certifications, to register your interest.

Immediate start available for the right candidate