HGV Technician

Posted 1 hour 53 minutes ago by Pertemps Cardiff Commercial

£43,500 - £47,732 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
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.