HGV Technician

  • perfect placement
  • Nov 08, 2026
Full time Distribution-Shipping Warehouse

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join our clients busy workshop in Dagenham, Essex. This HGV Technician role offers a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, earning up to £25 per hour plus shift allowance, with an estimated OTE of £62,400 and significant overtime opportunities.

Benefits:

  • Basic hourly rate of up to £25 plus shift allowance.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5 times the basic hourly rate.
  • 48-hour working week on a 4-on, 4-off day or night shift pattern.
  • 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
  • Auto-enrolment pension and four times salary death-in-service benefit.
  • Manufacturer, BPW and LOLER training, alongside in-house development programmes.
  • Internal mentoring, future leader traineeship, annual appraisals and progression opportunities.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity policies, wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Access to 24-hour online GP services, second medical opinions and mental health support.
  • Branded uniform, reward programmes and long-service recognition.

Duties:

  • As an HGV Technician, carry out major and minor repairs on heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles.
  • Complete inspections and preventative maintenance, including tyre rotation and oil changes.
  • Diagnose faults, identify worn or defective components and plan effective repairs.
  • Provide roadside repair services during customer emergencies.
  • Maintain accurate vehicle inspection, repair and maintenance records.
  • Complete relevant documentation, paperwork and warranty claims.
  • Escalate technical or operational matters to senior management when required.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop, including effective parts and equipment storage.
  • Work collaboratively to deliver consistently high standards of service.

Requirements:

  • Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI qualification in HGV vehicle repair and maintenance.
  • Previous experience as an HGV Technician or in a comparable heavy vehicle maintenance role.
  • Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and repair skills.
  • Ability to assess components in line with DVSA standards.
  • Current, full UK driving licence for the relevant vehicle classes.
  • Professional approach to health and safety, documentation and customer service.
  • Willingness to undertake further training and development.

The successful HGV Technician will join a supportive, well-established employer offering structured training, excellent earning potential and long-term career progression. Joining us as an HGV Technician provides the opportunity to develop within a recognised automotive organisation.

Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Dagenham and Essex, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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