HGV Technician

Job information

  • Job reference: BH-72855
  • Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Job type: Full Time, Permanent
  • Job sector: HGV / Truck
  • Salary: £19 - £23 per hour
  • Published: July 15, 2026

Description

HGV Technician
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £19.50 – £23.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30am – 5.30pm or 6.30am -4.30pm
Weekend Rota: Saturdays 7:30am – 12:30pm (rota)
On-Call: Paid on a rota basis

Take Your HGV Career to the Next Level

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a role where your skills are recognised and rewarded? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing commercial vehicle maintenance business with an outstanding reputation for investing in its people. You’ll work on a modern fleet alongside experienced technicians, receive ongoing training, and enjoy excellent earning potential with competitive hourly rates.

Whether you’re looking to develop your diagnostic skills, broaden your experience with trailers, or simply join a supportive workshop with long-term career prospects, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

What’s on Offer?
 

  • £19.50 – £23.50 per hour depending on experience
  • Monday to Friday day shifts
  • Saturday overtime on a fair rota
  • Paid on-call rota
  • Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Modern workshop with quality equipment
  • Stable, long-term employment with a growing business
  • Pension scheme
  • Holiday entitlement
  • Supportive and experienced workshop team

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you’ll be responsible for maintaining a fleet of commercial vehicles and trailers to the highest standards, including:
 

  • Servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs and trailers
  • Fault finding and diagnostics
  • Preventative maintenance inspections
  • MOT preparation and presentation
  • Brake testing and safety inspections
  • Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
  • Accurately completing job cards and service records
  • Working efficiently while maintaining excellent health and safety standards

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this HGV Technician role, you’ll ideally have:
 

  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
  • Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician
  • Experience maintaining HGVs and trailers
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
  • A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and within a team
  • Good understanding of health and safety practices
  • HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence is advantageous but not essential

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced HGV Technician looking for your next challenge with excellent rates of pay, career development, and a supportive workshop environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact Chris at Kemp Recruitment on 07718937245  for a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other HGV Technician roles available across the UK.

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