HGV Technician
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £53,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 April 2026 |
| Location: | Dunstable, Home Counties, LU5 4QF |
| Company: | Octane Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59352580 |
Summary
HGV Technician – Main Dealer
Workshop Location: Dunstable
Position: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 44 hours per week (rotating shifts)
Pay: Up to £21.00 per hour (dependent on skills and experience) + overtime at time and a half
About the Role We are recruiting an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy main dealer commercial vehicle workshop. You will work to main dealer standards, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles to manufacturer-required quality levels.
Working Hours (44 hrs/week)
- Monday – Friday
- Early shifts: 06:00 – 16:00
- Late shifts: 12:00 – 22:00
- 1-hour lunch break
- Early finish on Fridays
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, service, repair and maintain HGVs using computer-aided diagnostics.
- Work efficiently to main dealer quality standards.
- Complete all job cards and paperwork accurately.
- Ensure health & safety protocols are followed.
- Support workshop team and contribute to high customer satisfaction.
Skills & Experience Required
- Level 3 HGV Technician qualification (or equivalent).
- Proven HGV workshop experience, ideally at a main dealer.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
- Full UK driving licence (Class 1 desirable but not essential).
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay with overtime at 1.5×.
- Manufacturer and personal training opportunities.
- Structured progression within the dealership.
- Excellent workshop environment and team support.
JEVT
Consultant - Jason Evans
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
Workshop Location: Dunstable
Position: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 44 hours per week (rotating shifts)
Pay: Up to £21.00 per hour (dependent on skills and experience) + overtime at time and a half
About the Role We are recruiting an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy main dealer commercial vehicle workshop. You will work to main dealer standards, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles to manufacturer-required quality levels.
Working Hours (44 hrs/week)
- Monday – Friday
- Early shifts: 06:00 – 16:00
- Late shifts: 12:00 – 22:00
- 1-hour lunch break
- Early finish on Fridays
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, service, repair and maintain HGVs using computer-aided diagnostics.
- Work efficiently to main dealer quality standards.
- Complete all job cards and paperwork accurately.
- Ensure health & safety protocols are followed.
- Support workshop team and contribute to high customer satisfaction.
Skills & Experience Required
- Level 3 HGV Technician qualification (or equivalent).
- Proven HGV workshop experience, ideally at a main dealer.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
- Full UK driving licence (Class 1 desirable but not essential).
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay with overtime at 1.5×.
- Manufacturer and personal training opportunities.
- Structured progression within the dealership.
- Excellent workshop environment and team support.
JEVT
Consultant - Jason Evans
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.