HGV Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£47,000 to £47,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 6QY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Oct 2026
Closing date:	1 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable National Dealership Group for an experienced HGV Technician to join their team in Preston. This is a unique HGV Technician opportunity for a skilled professional to work within a supportive environment, develop expertise in heavy vehicle maintenance, and benefit from an attractive salary package. The successful HGV Technician will work on heavy commercial vehicles and trailers, with potential for career advancement within the automotive industry.

Benefits:

- Competitive annual salary of £47,000 plus bonus

- Only 3.5 days working week: Sunday to Tuesday from 7am to 7pm, Wednesday from 7am to 1pm

- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

- Company benefits include pension scheme, sick pay, Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced maternity/paternity leave

- Join a thriving, well-established dealership team

Duties:

- Perform maintenance and repair activities on heavy commercial vehicles and trailers

- Diagnose faults accurately and conduct testing to ensure complete repairs

- Complete warranty, contract, and retail paperwork in line with procedural guidelines

- Carry out preventative maintenance to reduce customer costs

- Support the team with additional tasks as delegated by your supervisor

Requirements:

- City & Guilds or equivalent qualification to NVQ level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

- Experience diagnosing, servicing, and repairing commercial vehicles

- Organised with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

- Manufacturer training and up-to-date knowledge of heavy vehicle systems

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

- Confident communicator with a professional and friendly manner

- Ability to work effectively under pressure, either independently or in a team

This HGV Technician role offers a rewarding career opportunity within a respected dealership. If you are an experienced HGV Technician seeking a position that combines excellent benefits with professional growth, this could be your ideal next step. Apply today to take advantage of this excellent opportunity.

Contact Paul Martin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Preston and Lancashire today to discover more about this fantastic HGV Technician opportunity.

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