HGV Technician

Gist Limited; Crossgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Crossgate is seeking an HGV Technician to service and maintain their fleet. Offering a competitive hourly rate plus premiums for night and weekend shifts. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and experience in a fast-paced environment. The role promises job security, career advancement, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Toolbox Insurance and Tool Allowance

Training and support for HGV Class 1 license

20% discount on M&S products

28 days annual leave

Company Pension & life assurance

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance required.
• HGV experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Servicing & maintaining HGVs and trailers to meet safety and performance standards.
• Diagnosing & repairing electrical and mechanical faults.
• Keeping accurate records of work completed.

Skills

HGV experience in a fast-paced environment

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

*****Join Before December 1st and you may be eligible for our Christmas Bonus*****

About the role

Hourly rate: Base rate £17.65 + premiums paid for hours worked between 8pm – 6am + additional Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holiday and Overtime Premiums.

Shift Pattern: Tuesday to Saturday - 3.00am to 1.30pm

Why Join Us

At Gist, we don’t just keep fleets moving – we keep careers growing. Working alongside M&S, we deliver cutting-edge logistics solutions and we’re looking for skilled HGV Technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair our modern fleet to the highest standards 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you’re looking for job security, career progression, and a strong team environment, this is the place for you and as part of your role, your benefits include:

• Toolbox Insurance and Tool Allowance
• Training, manufacturer-led courses, and support for your HGV Class 1 license (after a qualifying period)
• 20% M&S discount on food, clothing, and homeware.
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Company Pension & life assurance
• Work with modern tools, diagnostic equipment, and a safe, well-maintained environment
• Plus much, much more: Why work for us? | Gist Limited

What You’ll Be Doing

• Servicing & maintaining HGVs and trailers to meet safety and performance standards
• Early morning run out defects
• Diagnosing & repairing electrical and mechanical faults
• Following manufacturer guidelines to keep our fleet roadworthy and efficient
• Keeping accurate records of work completed

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• HGV experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Class 1 license is desirable—but we can support you in getting this

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply today to start your journey with Gist!

We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.

Don’t delay, we may close applications early if we receive a high number of responses.

Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.

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MacDonald, Lynsey (Recruitment Advisor - People, Safety & Culture)