HGV Technician in Swindon

HGV Technician in Swindon

Swindon Full-Time No working from home possible
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HGV Technician (Level 3 Qualified)
Location: Swindon
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £39,715 per annum + Shift Allowance + Overtime (OTE up to £70,000)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IMI Level 3 Vehicle Technician to join a large fleet operation in Swindon. This role offers excellent earning potential, career development opportunities, and the chance to work on a diverse fleet of modern commercial vehicles in a well-equipped workshop environment.

Working Hours
  • Full-time, 39.5 hours per week
  • Rotating shift pattern:
    • Week 1: 06:00 14:30
    • Week 2: Monday - Thursday 12:30 21:00, Friday 10:30 19:00
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays required (with a weekday off)
  • Shift allowance payable on late shifts
  • Saturday attendance supplement available
Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out inspections, servicing, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs
  • Work on a range of commercial vehicles, trailers, and fleet equipment
  • Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop compliance
  • Support the wider workshop team to ensure fleet availability
Requirements
  • IMI Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, or equivalent
  • Proven experience working as a Vehicle Technician on LCVs, HGVs, or mixed fleets
  • Full UK manual driving licence
  • Own tools for routine servicing and repairs
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
  • Flexible approach to shift work and weekend working
Benefits
  • Salary of £39,715 per annum
  • Shift allowance of £70.06 per week on applicable shifts
  • Saturday supplement of £52.10 per attendance
  • Potential earnings of up to £70,000 with overtime
  • Potential £1,500 welcome bonus
  • 22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
  • Company pension scheme
  • Modern workshop facilities and equipment
  • PPE, overalls, and safety footwear provided
  • Ongoing training and development programmes
  • LCV to HGV training opportunities
  • Clear progression routes into senior and management positions

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Contact Details:

RSD Engineering Recruitment Team