HGV Technician

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician

Location: Erith, Kent (near Dartford / South East London)
Pay: £58,000 per year | OTE £63,800 | £23.00 per hour DOE Hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–16:30 | 1 in 2 Saturdays 05:00–13:00 Job Type: Full time, permanent

Tru Talent is a specialist recruitment agency placing experienced HGV Technicians and HGV Mechanics across the UK.

Are you an experienced HGV Technician or HGV Mechanic looking for an exceptional role in Erith with outstanding earning potential? This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy workshop offering £58,000 per year with an OTE of £63,800 including overtime. Working on HGVs and trailers within a stable weekday shift pattern, this role offers a Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician strong earnings, regular overtime and ongoing manufacturer-approved training.

If you are an HGV Technician or HGV Mechanic based in or around Erith, Dartford or South East London looking for one of the strongest paying roles in the area, do not miss this one.

As an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out major and minor repairs on HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles to DVSA and manufacturer standards
• Completing servicing, inspections and planned maintenance as an experienced HGV Mechanic
• Supporting breakdown repairs when required
• Maintaining accurate service records and documentation throughout
• Keeping the workshop safe, clean and well‑organised at all times

• £58,000 per year | OTE £63,800 | £23.00 per hour DOE
• Overtime available to boost earnings further
• 1 in 2 Saturdays 05:00–13:00
• BPW and LOLER training provided
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health and wellbeing support programme
• Ongoing career development opportunities

To be considered as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Truck Technician you will need:

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Truck Technician within a commercial vehicle environment
• Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent
• Ability to identify worn or faulty components to DVSA standards
• Full UK driving licence
• Diagnostics and electrical experience (desirable)

A role at this level of pay in Erith will not be available for long. If you are an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Truck Technician based in or around Erith, Dartford or South East London, apply now using the button below or call James on  Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm. We aim to respond to all applications within 24 hours.