HGV Technician

Addictivdesign; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Widnes is looking for skilled HGV technicians at various levels. The role involves diagnostics, repairs, and maintaining high workmanship standards. Competitive hourly rates start at £17.54, with additional benefits including life insurance and a contributory pension. The company fosters a growth-oriented environment, offering training and development opportunities for staff to progress within the organization.

Benefits

Increased holiday days with length of service

Life insurance (2 × annual salary)

Contributory pension

Gym membership

Retail discounts

Cashback for online purchases

Cinema tickets

Qualifications

• Relevant Engineering qualifications in HGV mechanics.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics and service routines on vehicles.
• Report findings and repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Liaise effectively with the parts department.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Health and Safety awareness

Education

NVQ/City and Guilds Level 2 in HGV mechanics

IRTEC or Mechanical Engineering (military equivalent)

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants this week. This post is for motivated, reliable and hard‑working HGV technicians of all levels based at our client’s depot in Widnes. Pay and shift patterns are:

Days and Split Shifts Pay Rates

• Level 1 / Time served – £17.54 per hour
• Level 2 and 3 rates are higher and negotiable.

Days and Split Shifts Overtime Rates

• Level 1 / Time served – £26.32 per hour

Hours of Work

• Week 1: 06:00–14:30, Monday to Friday
• Week 2: 13:00–21:30, Monday to Friday
• Saturdays: 08:00–12:00, every other Saturday
• Approx. 5–10 hours overtime available each week

You must have relevant Engineering qualifications, such as NVQ/City and Guilds Level 2 or above in HGV mechanics, IRTEC or Mechanical Engineering (military equivalent acceptable).

Our client is a franchised Scania dealership with five depots across the North West of England, all operating 24 hours Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings. Their modern facilities include leading‑edge vehicle technology and diagnostic equipment, an extensive selection of trucks, coaches, buses and trailer units, and a structured personal training and development programme tailored to each individual.

The company offers excellent working conditions and individual development programmes. They value each employee and aim to retain, develop and promote staff from within, with current employees progressing to management or alternative roles.

Role of HGV Technician

• Carry out diagnostics, inspections, service routines, repairs and testing of vehicles in a professional and safe manner, using time effectively.
• Report findings and carry out all repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Report to the shift supervisor.
• Investigate and diagnose faults.
• Observe Health and Safety rules.
• Liaise with the parts department effectively.

Company Benefits

• Increased holiday days with length of service.
• Life insurance (2 × annual salary).
• Contributory pension.

Scania Reward System Offerings

• Gym membership.
• Retail discounts for a variety of stores.
• Cashback for online purchases.
• Cinema tickets and other forms of entertainment.
• Discount codes for food outlets such as Bella Italia.
• (AND MORE!)

The role requires a team player who is flexible, can work to tight deadlines and adopts a hands‑on approach to all aspects of the job to maintain high workmanship, customer satisfaction and health and safety standards.