HGV Technician – Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

About the role

The company is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to maintain and repair a mixed fleet of heavy goods vehicles, including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, DAF and Renault models. This full‑time, permanent position is based in Ashford and offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections on HGVs and trailers, including annual MOT preparation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Repair or replace faulty components, parts, or systems.
• Perform vehicle servicing such as oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
• Use hand tools and specialist equipment to complete repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Assemble and disassemble vehicle components as required.
• Conduct diagnostic tests using computerized systems.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, servicing, and inspections.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician or heavy vehicle mechanic.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills.
• HGV licence preferred but not essential.

Required skills

• Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic diagnostics.
• Vehicle servicing (oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks).
• Use of hand tools and specialist equipment.
• Computerized diagnostic testing.

What we offer

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• No shift work; standard weekdays with two Saturday mornings per month.
• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.