HGV Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£50,000 - £60,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Southampton, SO16 6YD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of HGV Technician - Lates. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced HGV technicians seeking a stable and rewarding career within a well-established commercial vehicle dealership in Southampton, Hampshire.

Our client, a highly reputable company with over 50 years’ experience in the Commercial Vehicle Sector, sells more than 100,000 vehicles annually and has a turnover exceeding £1 billion. They provide a supportive work environment focused on team development, quality standards, and professional growth.

Key benefits:

- Competitive salary of £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience

- OTE of approximately £52,000 including overtime

- Hours: Monday to Friday, 3.30 pm to 00.00 am (40 hours per week)

- Full-time, stable employment with an established organisation

- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional training

- Access to company pension scheme and employee discounts

- 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing with service

- Employee assistance and mental health support programmes

- Free parking and cycle to work scheme

- Staff events, awards, and recognition programmes

Duties of the HGV Technician:

- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles and trailers, adhering to VOSA standards

- Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently and accurately

- Maintain safety standards and observe health and safety regulations at all times

- Collaborate with parts department to source and fit necessary components

- Complete job cards, service sheets, and clocking entries accurately and promptly

- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workshop

- Continually update technical knowledge through relevant training

Requirements of the HGV Technician:

- Proven experience as a HGV Technician, preferably within a commercial vehicle dealership

- Relevant Level 3 qualifications or equivalent credentials

- Full UK driving licence; HGV licence is advantageous but not essential

- Demonstrable ability to deliver high-quality workmanship

- Positive attitude, team player, with excellent communication skills

- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach

This is an outstanding opportunity for a committed HGV Technician - Lates to join a reputable organisation that values its team and offers substantial development. If you are interested in this position and want to learn more, we encourage you to reach out.

Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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