HGV Technician

Scania Australia Pty Ltd; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of heavy commercial vehicles is seeking a technician for servicing and maintenance. The role offers a competitive pay of £17.64 to £21.50 per hour and an extensive benefits package including in-house training, holiday allowance, and overtime opportunities. Candidates should have relevant experience in HGV or related fields. The position supports career progression within a globally recognized company committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

In-house training

Enhanced parental leave

Annual bonus eligibility

Loan car scheme

25 days holiday

Overtime opportunities

Company matched pension scheme

Life insurance

Discounts on retail outlets

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HGV/LCV/Car/Agricultural/Plant/Military sectors considered.
• Strong technical skills for vehicle servicing and repairs.
• Ability to work in a safe and timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in ongoing training and career development.

Skills

HGV experience

Technical maintenance skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Relevant qualifications in HGV/LCV/Car/Agricultural/Plant/Military

Job description

Overview

Are you a technician looking for your next career move? Whether you are an experienced HGV technician, or a technician looking to move into the HGV sector, Scania have a career path for you.

Shift Pattern – Rotating Shift Pattern Monday - Friday 06:00 - 14:30 | 13:30 - 22:00

£17.64 to £21.50 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package, including:

• In-house training provided to support career progression and increase earnings
• Enhanced parental leave
• Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
• Access to a great loan car scheme
• 25 days holiday (increases with service) plus public holidays
• Overtime available
• Company matched pension scheme
• 4x basic salary life insurance
• Branded overalls provided
• Discounts on major retail outlets, including groceries

Role context: Working for one of the world’s leading manufacturers of heavy commercial vehicles, you’ll carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on some of the most respected vehicles in the industry, within an environment where health and safety is at the forefront of everything you do.

You will enjoy continued development and training at our National Learning Academy, where you’ll be able to increase your pay as you gain more experience and develop your skills.

Closing Date: 03/03/2026

Please note, the closing date for this role is subject to change pending volume of applications.

Next steps

1. If you have the right experience and this role appeals to you, apply today.
2. A member of the Scania Recruitment team will contact you.
3. If you are successful at that stage, you will be invited to have a conversation with the hiring manager.
4. You will be welcomed to a tour of the branch and workshop.

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications or proven experience within the following or similar industries will be considered: HGV/LCV/Car/Agricultural/Plant/Military

Accessibility and support

We understand that every candidate is unique, and we strive to accommodate your needs. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please reach out to our Recruitment Team at [e-mail], we’ll be happy to discuss these with you.

Working for Scania is not just about the job. It’s about you too, and we provide an industry leading employment package including a pension scheme, complementary life insurance, financial incentive schemes and discounts on major retail outlets including groceries. We invest considerably in colleague development with comprehensive training and career progression not only in the UK but throughout our Global organisation. We foster a strong, supportive culture with a flexible future workplace that respects diversity and inclusion as a strategic priority. By having colleagues with the widest possible range of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experiences, we ensure we have the right people and together with an inclusive corporate culture this drives our business forward. We want our colleagues to feel proud and happy to work for us, no matter where they are from or who they are, and we strive to achieve an inclusive and family-friendly environment for everyone.

Scania is dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers and the successful candidate will reflect our core values; CUSTOMER FIRST, RESPECT, ELIMINATION OF WASTE, RESPONSIBILITY and TEAM SPIRIT in all we do.