HGV Technician

Due to continued growth and increased customer demand,
North West Trucks is looking to recruit an experienced and motivated HGV Technician to join our busy and professional workshop team at our Northwich site.

As an authorised commercial vehicle dealership, we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of workmanship, customer service, and vehicle uptime. This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern, well‑equipped workshop environment alongside a skilled team of technicians and service professionals. If you are passionate about maintaining commercial vehicles to the highest standards and want to be part of a supportive and forward‑thinking business, this could be the right role for you.

Salary: Starting at £19.50 per hour, overtime paid at time and half on Saturdays plus additional premium for DAF aid cover.

Working Hours: Rotating shifts, i.e. 40 hours per week, 30 minutes lunch break (unpaid).

• Week 1, Monday to Friday, 6.00am to 2.30pm
• Week 2, Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 8.30pm
• Every other Saturday compulsory 7.00am to 12.00pm

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs to HGVs.
• Diagnosing faults using manufacturer diagnostic equipment.
• Completing inspections and MOT preparations.
• Ensuring all work is completed to DVSA and manufacturer standards.
• Maintaining accurate job records and documentation.
• Working safely and maintaining a clean workshop environment.
• Providing roadside assistance as part of the DAF aid rota.

• Qualified HGV Technician (Level 3 or equivalent preferred).
• Previous experience working on commercial vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.
• A proactive and team‑focused attitude.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence advantageous but not essential).

• Pension with North West Trucks contribution
• Qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Free will writing service
• Free mortgage advice service
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Cycle to work scheme
• Credit Union at work
• On‑site parking (site specific)
• Employee discounts on a range of products and services including holidays, days out and supermarket shops

At North West Trucks
, we are a prominent DAF franchise located in Wigan, Northwich, Warrington and Huyton, supplemented by an all‑makes commercial parts operation at Ellesmere Port. As part of the Greenhous Group, one of the largest DAF dealership groups in the UK with an extensive network of 21 sites, we are committed to excellence in commercial vehicle service and maintenance.

Address:
Griffiths Road,
Lostock Gralam,
Northwich,
Cheshire West and Chester,
CW9 7NU