At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our HGV Technician Conversion Programme and gain hands-on experience with expert mentoring.
- Company: Scania, a leader in the automotive industry, offering a supportive and innovative environment.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £33,363, bonus schemes, 25 days holiday, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting training at our new Scania UK Learning Academy with potential for industry-recognised qualifications.
- Why this job: Transform your career by applying your skills in a rewarding heavy vehicle industry role.
- Qualifications: Must have mechanical experience and a desire to learn and grow in the HGV sector.
The predicted salary is between 16.04 - 16.04 £ per hour.
Scania Recruitment Team
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
HGV Technician Conversion Programme - Scania Bridgwater
Suited for Light vehicle Technicians, Plant equipment Technicians or Agricultural equipment Technicians to join our training from other industries programme.
Location: Bridgwater
Salary: Starting from £33,363 per annum - £16.04 per hour
Start Date: 07/09/2026, Please note, the start date for this course is not flexible due to this already being booked in our training schedule.
Working Hours: Discussed upon application.
An Excellent Benefits Package Including:
- Access to a great loan car scheme
- Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
- In house training to support career progression and increase earnings
- 4 x basic salary life assurance
- Overtime available
- 25 days holiday (increases with service) plus public holidays
- Company matched pension scheme
Scania GB are offering a conversion programme to Technicians from the Light vehicle, Plant or Agricultural sector. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to convert their current skills and train to become a Scania HGV Technician.
This programme will be a mixture of on-site mentoring and bespoke training at our brand-new Scania UK Learning Academy. Whilst on site, you will be partnered with experienced Scania technicians and be allocated a mentor to observe and shadow. Whilst at the Scania UK Learning Academy, you will benefit from bespoke Scania training covering 6 key modules spanning from industry and Scania product knowledge through to maintenance and inspection theory, delivered by our own in-house training experts whilst getting hands on with our product.
We will provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed, with an opportunity to gain an industry recognised IRTEC qualification and a Scania Roadside Assistance qualification.
To Join This Program, You Will Have:
- The desire to utilise your current experience, to convert to the Heavy Vehicle industry
- An apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (NVQ Lv3 or equivalent may be considered)
- A minimum of 3 years hands on mechanical experience.
Closing date 21/08/2026. Please note that the closing date may vary, pending application volume.
HGV Technician Conversion Programme in Bridgwater employer: Scania (Great Britain) Limited
SCANIA (GREAT BRITAIN) LIMITED is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and exceptional customer service. Employees benefit from comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and a competitive pension scheme, all while working in the vibrant city of Hull, which provides a dynamic environment for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Scania (Great Britain) Limited Recruitment Team
