HGV Technician (Weekends)
Job information
- Job reference: BH-71568
- Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
- Job type: Full Time, Permanent
- Job sector: HGV / Truck
- Salary: £40000 - £50000 per annum
- Published: March 30, 2026
Description
HGV Technician – Weekend Shift (Knowsley)
Pay: £21.96 per hour
Hours: 34.5 hours per week, Friday – Sunday or Saturday – Monday (flexible), 06:00 – 18:00
Contract: Permanent
Earning Potential (OTE)
- Hourly Rate: £21.96 per hour
- Basic Salary: £39,369 per year (based on 34.5-hour week)
- Qualification Enhancement: Up to £300 per month for relevant qualifications
- Bonus: Performance-related bonus scheme
- Overtime Rate: Paid at time-and-a-half (1.5x) – £32.94 per hour
- With 3 hours overtime per week: + £5,138 per year
- Realistic OTE: £45,000 – £48,000+ per year (including enhancements and bonus)
Overview
We’re looking for a qualified, professional HGV Technician to join a busy dealership in Knowsley on a permanent weekend shift. This role offers a condensed 3-day working week (Friday–Sunday or Saturday–Monday), giving you four days off every week while earning a competitive rate. With qualification enhancement pay of up to £300 per month, a performance bonus, and a supportive team environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to maximise your earnings in a modern, well-equipped workshop.
Our client has won or been shortlisted for over 50 industry awards since 2021, including Dealer of the Year and Inspiring Workplaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all services according to manufacturer instructions and schedule
- Carry out visual inspections, adjustments, fluid changes, and replacement of worn equipment
- Identify deviations and extraordinary wear occurrences, initiating order expansions
- Reset maintenance systems and ensure customer vehicles are cleaned and cared for
- Perform simple and more extensive repairs, including major assembly replacement
- Retrofit and start up accessories and detachable body components
- Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
What You’ll Need
- Full Level 3 NVQ in HGV Maintenance and Repair (essential)
- Prior experience in a similar role within a dealership or commercial vehicle environment
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- HGV licence is desirable but not essential
- Analytical thinking and strong problem-solving skills
- Customer-focused with attention to detail
- Disciplined, flexible, and a strong team player
- Flexibility to work a weekend shift pattern
Benefits Include
- 19 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted cinema tickets and gym membership
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
- First day of school paid leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free menstrual products
- Healthcare plan
- Life assurance
- Long service awards
- Paid charity days
- Referral bonus
Don’t tick every box?
If you’re a qualified HGV Technician with solid experience and looking for a weekend role with excellent earning potential, we want to hear from you. We value practical skills and a professional attitude.
Sound like you?
If you’re ready for a role that offers great pay and a 4-day weekend every week, get in touch with Cal Ryan today.
Call Cal Ryan at Kemp Recruitment on 0330 440 2323
Email: [email protected]
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