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HGV Technician / Mechanic

📍 Black Bourton 💷 £45,000 – £48,000 per annum Permanent · Full time Posted 14 Sept 2026

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HGV Technician / Mechanic

Location: Black Bourton, Oxfordshire
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (Saturday overtime optional)
Salary: £45,000 - £48,000 per annum

About the Company

An established plant hire company with over 50 years of industry experience, providing high-quality plant and digger hire across the UK, is seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic to maintain and repair their HGV fleet.

We take pride in delivering reliable, well-maintained equipment and exceptional service to our customers, prioritising safety and operational excellence. This role is key to maintaining fleet reliability and supporting operational efficiency across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs (mechanical and electrical)
  • Diagnosing faults and completing effective repairs
  • Conducting 6-weekly inspections
  • Brake testing and diagnostic testing (experience essential)
  • MOT preparation
  • Ensuring vehicles are safe, compliant, and roadworthy
  • Maintaining accurate service records and completing all relevant PMI paperwork

About You

Essential

  • Proven experience as an HGV Technician / Mechanic
  • Strong mechanical knowledge, including servicing, maintenance, and fault finding on HGVs
  • Experience with diagnostic testing and brake testing is essential (support available, but prior experience required)
  • Own tools required (standard personal tools expected; larger/specialist equipment provided)
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

  • Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
  • Class 2 (Category C) driving licence

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Saturday work is optional and paid as overtime

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £48,000 per annum
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Company uniform
  • Works van provided (no travel allowance applicable)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Training opportunities available for the right candidate

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