Senior HGV Technician
£54,000 - £61,700
Leyland, England, United Kingdom
Days Only (Mon-Fri)
gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Senior HGV & Plant Technician to work at their facility based near Leyland.
Responsibilities
* Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGVs, Trailers, Pool Cars & other Plant to VOSA standard.
* Diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical & electrical faults using Texa diagnostic equipment.
* Dismantle, repair/replace faulty components and test new ones are working safely.
* Liaise with HGV workshop administrator to order vehicle parts.
* Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and accurate records are maintained.
* Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.
Qualifications
* 8+ years of HGV/Plant Technician experience.
* Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
* Valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) licence (desirable).
* MOT preparation experience – tractor units & trailers.
* Previous experience working with HGVs and plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills.
* Ability to lead a small team as well as use own initiative to work independently.
* Hardworking and able to work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner.
* IRTEC accreditation (desirable).
* Loler competence – experience in undertaking loler inspections – LEEA.
Apply
Please send your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.
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gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.
Closing Date: 17/12/2025
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