HGV Technician


Company:	autoskills-uk
Salary:	£46,953.40 to £46,953.40 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	CV9 2RY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

HGV TECHNICIAN - BACK SHIFT

Location: Atherstone

Salary: £46,953.40 per annum

Hours: Monday-Friday | 14:00-22:30

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Vehicle Maintenance Technician - Back Shift

Are you a fully skilled Vehicle Maintenance Technician looking for a permanent back-shift position?

We have an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join an established Engineering Team as a fully skilled Vehicle Maintenance Technician based in Atherstone.

As a Vehicle Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining the safety and reliability of a company fleet of vehicles and trailers, carrying out servicing, planned maintenance, inspections and repairs to ensure the fleet remains safe, legal and fit for duty.

This is a dedicated back-shift position, with no rotation onto nights.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

·Completing scheduled servicing and maintenance of vehicles and trailers

·Completing signed service and inspection records

·Completing defect reports and associated paperwork

·Preparing vehicles and trailers for annual MOT testing

·Working to a standard that supports first-time MOT passes

·Carrying out ad-hoc vehicle repairs

·Investigating and rectifying vehicle defects

·Ensuring the correct and effective use of tools, plant and ancillary equipment

·Maintaining good housekeeping standards

·Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required by management

About You

The successful applicant should have:

·Previous experience in a similar Vehicle Maintenance Technician role

·Applicable licences and/or vocational training

·City & Guilds Level 3 HGV

·Knowledge of automotive equipment and testing/troubleshooting equipment

·Experience with welding

·Basic DC electrical troubleshooting skills

·A valid UK driving licence

·The ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy vehicle components

·A self-motivated and reliable approach to your work

An LGV C&E / Class 1 licence would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

·£46,953.40 per annum

·Monday-Friday back shift

·14:00-22:30

·40 hours per week

·Full-time, permanent position

·Dedicated back shift

·No rotating onto night shifts

·Full training provided

·Excellent career development opportunities

·Supportive working environment

·Long-term job security

·Opportunities for progression

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If you're an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Technician, Vehicle Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic looking for a permanent back-shift position in Atherstone, get in touch today.

Contact Aaron at Auto Skills UK

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