HGV Mechanic

HGV Technician Location: Kettering
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Salary: £45,760-£54,000 + Overtime Available
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shifts: 4 on 4 off, days or nights
Interaction Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HGV Technician to join their expanding workshop team in Kettering. Working from a modern, purpose-built facility in partnership with a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, you will play a key role in maintaining a varied fleet of HGVs, vans and trailers, ensuring vehicles remain safe, compliant and operational.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled commercial vehicle technician looking to join a professional workshop environment with excellent facilities, strong earning potential and genuine long-term career prospects.
Key Responsibilities Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs, vans and trailers.
Conduct vehicle inspections, identify defects and complete required repairs.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using diagnostic equipment.
Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections and present for testing when required.
Complete all work to manufacturer specifications and company standards.
Record inspections, repairs and parts usage accurately using digital job systems.
Communicate repair requirements and progress updates to workshop management.
Ensure all vehicles are thoroughly checked before returning to service.
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
Requirements NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities.
Experience carrying out vehicle inspections and MOT preparation.
Experience working on Mercedes-Benz trucks would be advantageous but is not essential.
Comfortable using workshop management and online job recording systems.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a busy workshop team.
Well organised with a strong attention to detail.
Commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship, quality and safety.
HGV Class 1 licence would be advantageous but is not essential. xrnqpay
Package & Benefits £1,500 signing-on bonus*
Competitive salary
£27 per hour overtime rate
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional birthday leave
Company salary sacrifice pension scheme
On-site parking
Employee wellness programme
Retail discount platform
10% discount at B&Q and TradePoint
£50 MOT bonus payable for achieving workshop pass rate targets
If you are an experienced HGV Technician looking for your next challenge within a modern workshop environment offering excellent facilities and benefits, please apply today.
For more information or to apply, contact:
Dan Pearce

INDNH