HGV Technician
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18.34 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | S9 5EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bagnall & Morris (Waste Services) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1439 |
Summary
About the Role
To carry out vehicle maintenance task ensuring legal compliance of the fleet, including planned and preventative work as well as unscheduled maintenance ensuring that all maintenance works and repairs are documented on the company’s chosen software for vehicle maintenance records
Responsibilities
To inspect, diagnose and repair vehicle faults to the company’s expected high standards as set out in the DVSA’s guide to maintaining roadworthiness
Ensure that you document all works carried out on the company’s chosen software for vehicle maintenance records
Ensure that vehicles and equipment are maintained in a timely manner with no undue delays
Aim for a 100% MOT first time pass rate but not less than the 95% national average
Attend vehicle breakdowns at the roadside or customer premises to repair mechanical breakdowns, request further diagnosis in the workshop or communicate the need for recovery where required
Maintain effective and constructive communication with other key colleagues daily
To minimise downtime of vehicles and ensure vehicles are available for the Service Delivery Department at the earliest opportunity
Obtain correct authorisation for any expenditure. Requests for parts requests are accurate so as not to slow down the repair time
Correct PPE must be worn or used where required in the workshop. Reporting defective equipment immediately
Assist the Workshop Supervisor in carrying out scheduled equipment checks
Ensure general housekeeping is carried out and the workshop is kept clean and tidy
Communicate any issues that arise in the workshop to your Workshop Supervisor or Transport Manager
To carry out any other tasks as instructed by Senior Management which are in keeping with the job role
Key Job Elements
Organisational Skills - Making sure all maintenance records are up to date and compliant, capable of adapting to operational challenges
Good understanding of current legislations and keeping up to date with any legislative changes
Being Pro-Active and using initiative – capable of thinking of solutions to problems, looking for ways to make the company more efficient and/or more profitable without being instructed to do so first
Approachable attitude – able to build good relationships with colleagues, contractors and suppliers
Required Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
Experience in a HGV/LGV workshop
Operators Licence Vehicle Maintenance Compliance
Knowledge of DVSA’s Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and categorisation of defects
Knowledge of transport operations and Operator Licencing requirements
Good communications skills written and verbal
Proficient IT skills
IRTEC Inspection Technician (or will be provided in first 6 months of employment)
Category C Drivers Licence
Desired Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
Experience in the Waste Industry
Use of electronic diagnostic equipment
Knowledge of vehicle ADR regulations concerning the carriage of dangerous goods by road
IOSH Working Safely
Category CE Drivers Licence
To carry out vehicle maintenance task ensuring legal compliance of the fleet, including planned and preventative work as well as unscheduled maintenance ensuring that all maintenance works and repairs are documented on the company’s chosen software for vehicle maintenance records
Responsibilities
To inspect, diagnose and repair vehicle faults to the company’s expected high standards as set out in the DVSA’s guide to maintaining roadworthiness
Ensure that you document all works carried out on the company’s chosen software for vehicle maintenance records
Ensure that vehicles and equipment are maintained in a timely manner with no undue delays
Aim for a 100% MOT first time pass rate but not less than the 95% national average
Attend vehicle breakdowns at the roadside or customer premises to repair mechanical breakdowns, request further diagnosis in the workshop or communicate the need for recovery where required
Maintain effective and constructive communication with other key colleagues daily
To minimise downtime of vehicles and ensure vehicles are available for the Service Delivery Department at the earliest opportunity
Obtain correct authorisation for any expenditure. Requests for parts requests are accurate so as not to slow down the repair time
Correct PPE must be worn or used where required in the workshop. Reporting defective equipment immediately
Assist the Workshop Supervisor in carrying out scheduled equipment checks
Ensure general housekeeping is carried out and the workshop is kept clean and tidy
Communicate any issues that arise in the workshop to your Workshop Supervisor or Transport Manager
To carry out any other tasks as instructed by Senior Management which are in keeping with the job role
Key Job Elements
Organisational Skills - Making sure all maintenance records are up to date and compliant, capable of adapting to operational challenges
Good understanding of current legislations and keeping up to date with any legislative changes
Being Pro-Active and using initiative – capable of thinking of solutions to problems, looking for ways to make the company more efficient and/or more profitable without being instructed to do so first
Approachable attitude – able to build good relationships with colleagues, contractors and suppliers
Required Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
Experience in a HGV/LGV workshop
Operators Licence Vehicle Maintenance Compliance
Knowledge of DVSA’s Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and categorisation of defects
Knowledge of transport operations and Operator Licencing requirements
Good communications skills written and verbal
Proficient IT skills
IRTEC Inspection Technician (or will be provided in first 6 months of employment)
Category C Drivers Licence
Desired Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
Experience in the Waste Industry
Use of electronic diagnostic equipment
Knowledge of vehicle ADR regulations concerning the carriage of dangerous goods by road
IOSH Working Safely
Category CE Drivers Licence