HGV Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£52,000 - £62,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Walton-on-Thames, KT12 4RN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	21 Aug 2026

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Summary

Our client, a reputable family-run haulage and transport company based in Walton on Thames, is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician to work within a growing business that values employee development, stability, and a friendly environment. The position of HGV Technician offers varied responsibilities, career progression, and competitive pay.

Benefits:

- Competitive hourly rate of £20 to £25 per hour, with overtime paid at time and a half

- Estimated annual salary of approximately £52,000, depending on experience

- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with optional overtime typically totaling 50+ hours

- Full training provided for heavy and specialist equipment

- Tools provided by the company, with personal basic tools required

- Opportunities for career progression within the company

- Stable, family-oriented working environment with ongoing employment support

As an HGV Technician, your duties will include:

- Servicing and maintaining a fleet of approximately 50 lorries, mainly Volvos and DAFs, alongside trailers

- Conducting preventative maintenance inspections and defect repairs on HGVs and trailers

- Performing general mechanical repairs to ensure vehicles remain in optimal condition

- Ensuring efficient workshop operations through teamwork and communication

- Supporting business growth by mentoring less experienced mechanics when needed

- Using personal basic tools for daily tasks, with the company's specialist tools available for heavier work

Requirements for the HGV Technician position are as follows:

- Proven experience working as an HGV mechanic or fleet technician

- No formal qualifications required; relevant HGV experience is essential

- Air tech experience is advantageous but not mandatory

- Class 1 or Class 2 licences are desirable but not essential

- Owns basic tools necessary for mechanical work

- Reliable, diligent, and motivated to develop within a supportive team environment

If you are interested in this HGV Technician role and want to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please get in touch.

Contact Alex Perrin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Walton-on-Thames and Surrey today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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