HGV Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£20.88 - £20.88
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leicester, LE4 1BS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Aug 2026
Closing date:	18 Sept 2026

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Summary

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking to join a reputable Commercial Main Dealership in Leicester?

Perfect Placement Automotive Recruitment is working closely with our client to find a skilled HGV Technician who is eager to develop their career within a well-established workshop environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional seeking a role that offers ongoing manufacturer training, competitive pay, and excellent benefits.

Benefits:

- Competitive hourly rate up to £20.88, plus late shift allowance (15%) and overtime pay

- Working hours on a rotating shift pattern: Week 1 = 6:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday; Week 2 = 2:00pm – 12:00am, Monday to Thursday; Friday = 2:30pm – 10pm

- Payment for 2 Saturdays per month on a rota (at 1.5x rate)

- Industry-leading manufacturer training to enhance technical skills

- Group benefits and bonus schemes

- Opportunity to develop into Heavy Vehicles from Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV)

Duties of a HGV Technician:

- Conduct high-quality mechanical and electrical repairs on HGV vehicles

- Perform vehicle servicing and maintenance to manufacturer standards

- Undertake diagnostics and fault finding efficiently

- Modify customer vehicles where required

- Adhere to health and safety procedures within the workshop

- Handle customer enquiries professionally and provide excellent service as a HGV Technician

- Complete job cards and service documentation accurately and promptly

Requirements of a HGV Technician:

- C&G / NVQ Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance essential (Heavy Vehicle experience preferred, Light Commercial Vehicle considered)

- IRTEC qualification beneficial but not essential

- Ideally possess a Class 1 driving licence (desired)

- Proven experience working within a commercial vehicle workshop, with a preference for HGV experience

- Practical knowledge of IT and workshop diagnostics tools

- Safety-conscious attitude and diligent approach

- Strong commercial awareness and ability to work efficiently in a busy workshop environment

Contact Billy Peasgood, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Leicester and Leicestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic HGV Technician opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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