HGV Technician - Cardiff

  • Tru Talent
  • Oct 23, 2025
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

HGV Technician - Cardiff

Location: Cardiff

Salary: Up to £19.50 per hour (40 hours/week) with time and a half for Saturday mornings, equivalent to approx. £44,500 per year

Hours: 40 per week, shift pattern 06:00-14:30 / 14:00-22:30 with alternate Saturday mornings

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Overview

We are seeking a fully qualified HGV Technician to join our Cardiff workshop. You will undertake servicing, repairs, and warranty work, ensuring trucks are safe, compliant, and road-ready. This is a great opportunity to work with a busy workshop and enhance your skills with ongoing training and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out routine maintenance and repairs in line with manufacturer standards
  • Diagnose faults accurately using the latest diagnostic equipment
  • Participate in out-of-hours standby/call-out rotas
  • Work closely with Parts Department to ensure jobs are completed efficiently
  • Complete all required paperwork and adhere to company processes
  • Carry out thorough safety checks and prepare vehicles for MOTs
  • Maintain and update product knowledge and skills
  • Attend training courses as required

Skills and Qualifications

  • Excellent diagnostic skills
  • Proven technical qualifications or experience repairing and maintaining HGVs
  • Full UK driving licence (HGV Class 1 advantageous but not essential)
  • Good team player with the ability to work independently
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • 40-hour workweek plus overtime and call-out opportunities
  • 25 days holiday, rising with service
  • Pension scheme
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Employee discounts across retailers, cinemas, and more
  • Cycle to work scheme

Click 'Apply Now' to take the next step in your HGV Technician career.

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