HGV Technician

315096

£43,500 - £47,732 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Bristol, Bristol

Engineering And Technical

Posted 9 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

HGV Technician
Location: Bristol
Salary: £43,500 - £47,732 per annum (depending on experience) + £2,500 retention bonus after successful completion of probation
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, alternating early and late shifts


The Opportunity

A leading environmental and fleet services organisation is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join its busy workshop operation in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that plays a vital role in supporting local communities and commercial customers while offering excellent benefits, career development opportunities and long-term job security.
 

The Role

The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective vehicle maintenance support, ensuring the fleet remains compliant, safe and operational at all times.


Key Responsibilities


  • Maintain fleet compliance records and workshop documentation.

    • Carry out quality control inspections.

    • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.

    • Ensure vehicles comply with all statutory and legal requirements.

    • Troubleshoot vehicle breakdowns and carry out repairs.

    • Perform planned preventative maintenance activities.

    • Support workshop cost control initiatives.

    • Assess service and parts requirements.

    • Maintain high standards of vehicle presentation.

    • Ensure workshop facilities remain safe and secure.
 

Requirements

 
  • Qualification in vehicle maintenance (City & Guilds Level 2, IRTEC, manufacturer accreditation or equivalent experience).

    • Experience working within the commercial vehicle repair and maintenance sector.

    • Proven ability to maintain and repair commercial vehicles.

    • Experience working with job cards and workshop systems.

    • Strong communication and organisational skills.

    • Full UK driving licence.

    • Willingness to undertake additional technical training when required.


Benefits


Financial & Security


  • Salary up to £47,732.

    • £2,500 retention bonus.

    • Company pension scheme with employer contribution.

    • Employee referral scheme.

    • Retail discount platform offering savings across hundreds of retailers.
 

Health & Wellbeing


  • Employee Assistance Programme.

    • Mental health support services.

    • Health cash plan.

    • Cycle to Work Scheme.

    • Access to onsite wellbeing support.



Learning & Development

  • Dedicated training and development programmes.

    • Ongoing technical training.

    • Internal progression opportunities.

    • Strong track record of promoting from within.

 

Work-Life Balance

 
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

    • Flexible working opportunities where operationally possible.

    • Supportive and inclusive working environment.

 

Apply

If you are interested in this position, please click apply to send your CV or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol.