HGV Technician
Job information
- Job reference: BH-73688
- Location: Darlington
- Job type: Full Time, Permanent
- Job sector: HGV / Truck
- Salary: £40000 - £55000 per annum
- Published: September 11, 2026
Description
HGV Technician
Darlington
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per annum
Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
1 in 2 Saturdays: 7:00am – 12:00pm
Permanent | Full-Time
Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a stable role with a competitive salary and a varied workload? We are currently recruiting for an HGV Technician to join an independent commercial vehicle operation, working across a mixed fleet of HGVs and commercial vehicles.
About the HGV Technician Role
As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for keeping a varied fleet maintained, serviced and roadworthy to a high standard.
Your duties will include:
- Carrying out routine servicing and preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
- Carrying out repairs and component replacement
- Preparing vehicles for MOT
- Completing inspections and identifying defects
- Working across a mixed fleet of commercial vehicles
- Carrying out general mechanical repairs and maintenance
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
What We’re Looking For
The successful HGV Technician will ideally have:
- Previous experience working as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic
- Time-served or formally qualified
- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
- Experience working across a mixed commercial vehicle fleet
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- A professional approach to vehicle maintenance and safety
Class 1 and IRTEC are not required for this position.
What’s on Offer?
- £40,000 – £55,000 salary, depending on experience
- Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm
- 1 in 2 Saturdays, 7:00am – 12:00pm
- Permanent position
- Varied mixed-fleet environment
- Opportunity to work for an established independent operator
- Stable, long-term employment
Next Steps
If you are an experienced HGV Technician looking for a new opportunity with an independent business, a competitive salary and consistent working hours, call Chris at Kemp Recruitment on 07718937245 or apply to this role via the advert.
Your consultant
Chris Grimes
Head of FleetApply now
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