HGV Technician

Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Manchester is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to maintain a modern fleet. The role focuses on the inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with HGVs. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including holiday entitlement and enhanced overtime premiums, within a team-oriented environment committed to operational excellence.

Benefits

33 days holiday plus service-related increases

Financial support toward medical and digital tachograph cards

Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 4% Müller matching

Life assurance at 2x your annual salary

Healthcare cash plan and optional dental insurance

Free corporate uniform

Free onsite, secure colleague car parking

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience working with HGVs.
• Class C+E licence is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing HGVs.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT tests and transporting them.
• Recording defects and maintaining service records.
• Diagnosing faults and resolving issues efficiently.
• Carrying out minor accident repairs.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 / BTEC / IMI or equivalent

Job description

Department: Logistics & Supply Chain & Transport

Location: Manchester, ENG, GB, M17 1TU

Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution (MMID) is the UK’s leading producer and distributor of fresh milk, cream, butter, and dairy ingredients. Operating across extensive logistics and manufacturing networks in the country, MMID delivers over 2.6 billion litres of fresh milk annually to more than 5,500 locations across Britain.

Our strategically located depots enable us to move milk efficiently from farm to fridge—ensuring freshness, speed, and reliability. MMID is committed to operational excellence,sustainability, andsupporting British agriculture, making us a trusted partner in the dairy supply chain.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Technician to join our Transport Department at our Manchester Depot, supporting our Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution fleet.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a modern, well‑maintained fleet for a well‑established, respected logistics operation. You’ll play a key role in keeping our vehicles safe, efficient, and on the road—and you’ll be part of a team that genuinely values what you do.

• Location: Manchester Depot (M17 1TU)
• Contract: Full Time, Permanent
• Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Premiums:
• Overtime: 1.125x hourly rate
• Saturdays: 1.125x hourly rate
• Sundays & Bank Holidays: 1.5x hourly rate

What You’ll Be Doing

Your role will focus on keeping our HGV fleet in top condition through high‑quality maintenance and repairs. Responsibilities include:

• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing HGVs
• Preparing vehicles for MOT tests and transporting them when needed
• Recording defects and keeping accurate service records
• Diagnosing faults and resolving issues efficiently
• Carrying out minor accident repairs
• Maintaining a strong safety‑first mindset in all aspects of your work

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
• City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 / BTEC / IMI or equivalent practical experience
• Proven commercial experience working with HGVs
• Class C+E licence is desirable but not essential

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

We’re proud to reward our colleagues with a great benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay with enhanced overtime and weekend premiums
• 33 days holiday plus service-related increases
• Financial support toward medical and digital tachograph cards
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 4% Müller matching
• Life assurance at 2x your annual salary
• Access to Müller’s exclusive rewards platform – discounts across groceries, tech, travel, insurance & more
• Healthcare cash plan and optional dental insurance
• Free corporate uniform
• Free onsite, secure colleague car parking
• The satisfaction of playing a crucial role in a highly valued team