HGV Technician - Plymouth

DAF Trucks UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle dealership in Plymouth seeks an experienced HGV Technician to enhance their workshop team. You'll conduct maintenance and repairs on HGVs while ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines. The role demands strong fault-finding skills and a UK driving licence. In return, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary with OTE of £50,000, 30 days holiday, company pension, and significant career development opportunities. Join a respected firm committed to professional growth and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday including 8 bank holidays

Company sick pay up to 13 weeks

Company pension with salary sacrifice

Genuine career development with DAF Academy

Award-winning apprenticeship program

Employee Assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Discount access via My Staff shop

Quarterly recognition awards

Free eye tests for DSE users

Mortgage advice through a trusted partner

On-site trainer for courses

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician / Commercial Vehicle Mechanic.
• A full UK driving licence; HGV licence is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs on HGVs.
• Diagnosing faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
• Completing all work efficiently according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and job card completion.
• Supporting the workshop team to maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Join one of the South West’s leading commercial vehicle dealerships!

Adams Morey Plymouth is expanding, and we’re looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Technician to strengthen our busy workshop team.

Hours:Monday to Friday 7.00 am to 3.30 pm/1.30 pm to 10.00 pm, alternating shifts, i.e. 40 hours per week, 30 minutes lunch (unpaid).

Salary: OTE £50,000! (dependent on experience, shift and qualifications)

Other duties may be required of the post holder in addition to those listed above and below, to ensure that the requirements of the business are met at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs on HGVs to a high standard.
• Diagnosing faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
• Completing all work efficiently and in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and job card completion.
• Supporting the workshop team to maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Ideally, we are looking for:

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician / Commercial Vehicle Mechanic.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence (HGV licence an advantage, not essential).

In return we’ll offer:

• 30 days holidays including 8 bank holidays
• Company sick pay, that increases with length of service up to 13 weeks
• Company pension with the to salary sacrifice
• Where salary sacrifice takes place, 50% NI saving reinvested into your pension pot
• Genuine career development and pathways with DAF Academy
• Award winning apprenticeship program
• Employee Assistance program
• Cycle to work scheme
• My Staff shop – access to hundreds of discounts
• Quarterly More Awards recognition scheme
• Free eye test vouchers for DSE users
• Free mortgage advice through a trusted partner
• Qualified mental health first aiders
• On-site trainer for HGV and many other courses

Adams Moreyitself was launched in 1973 and has successfully built an extensive customer base in the truck and van marketplace along the south coast. With its company headquarters in Southampton, we are the main DAF truck dealers in the area offering sales, parts and servicing.

Adams Moreyis a part of the Greenhous Group which holds a position as one of the leading independent commercial enterprises in the UK. With 21 sites across the UK, Greenhous are one of the largest groups across the network.

30 days holidays including 8 bank holidays

Company sick pay, that increases with length of service up to 13 weeks

Company pension with the option to salary sacrifice

Where salary sacrifice takes place, 50% NI saving reinvested into your pension pot

Genuine career development and pathways with DAF Academy

Award winning apprenticeship program

Employee Assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

My Staff shop – access to hundreds of discounts

Quarterly More Awards recognition scheme

Free eye test vouchers for DSE users

Free mortgage advice through a trusted partner

Qualified mental health first aiders

On-site trainer for HGV and many other courses

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