HGV Technician
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £47,945 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | S9 5EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bagnall & Morris (Waste Services) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1799 |
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
Key Skills & Experience
Required
Experience working in an HGV/LGV workshop environment.
Working knowledge of DVSA’s Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and defect categorisation.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient IT skills.
Category C driving licence.
IRTEC Inspection Technician qualification (or willingness to complete within first 6 months).
Must have own tools.
Desirable
Experience within the waste or recycling industry.
Use of electronic diagnostic equipment.
Knowledge of ADR regulations for the carriage of dangerous goods.
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
Key Skills & Experience
Required
Experience working in an HGV/LGV workshop environment.
Working knowledge of DVSA’s Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and defect categorisation.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient IT skills.
Category C driving licence.
IRTEC Inspection Technician qualification (or willingness to complete within first 6 months).
Must have own tools.
Desirable
Experience within the waste or recycling industry.
Use of electronic diagnostic equipment.
Knowledge of ADR regulations for the carriage of dangerous goods.