Hgv technician

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician

*Location:* Weeford
*Job Type:* Full-time, Permanent
*Salary:* Competitive salary, dependent on experience, qualifications and shift pattern
*Indicative Salary:* Circa £45,000 per year, with higher earning potential for the right candidate and night shift work
*Shifts:* Days and nights available
*Reporting to:* Workshop Manager

About Us

HD Ricketts is a well established, family run business with over 60 years’ experience in the transport, aggregates and heavy haulage sector.

We operate a busy and essential fleet that supports our day-to-day operations across quarry, aggregates, construction and transport work. Our workshop is a key part of the business, and our technicians play a vital role in keeping our vehicles, trailers, plant and equipment safe, compliant and operational.

This is not just another HGV workshop vacancy. We understand that good technicians are critical to the success of the business. Without a strong workshop team, the fleet does not move, the work does not get delivered, and the operation does not run as it should.

Due to continued growth, we are now looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Vehicle Technician to join our team at our Weeford site.

The Role

This is a hands-on workshop role working on a varied mixed fleet of commercial vehicles, trailers and associated equipment.

You will be working as part of a supportive and experienced workshop team, maintaining a fleet of approximately 110 vehicles and 30 trailers, including a mixed fleet of Volvo, MAN, DAF and Scania vehicles.

Our fleet includes tippers, grab tippers, tipper trailers and curtain-sided trailers, along with opportunities to develop into the maintenance and repair of heavy plant and quarry machinery, including loading shovels, excavators, crushers and screeners.

The role would suit an experienced HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Mechanic, Ex-Forces Mechanic, or a strong vehicle technician looking to develop further within HGV and heavy plant maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for carrying out high-quality maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs across our fleet.

Duties will include:

* Servicing, maintaining and repairing HGV vehicles and trailers
* Carrying out inspections and preventative maintenance
* Preparing vehicles and trailers for MOT
* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults
* Working on a mixed fleet of tippers, grab tippers, trailers and associated equipment
* Carrying out weekly and monthly vehicle checks where required
* Supporting the safe and compliant operation of the fleet
* Using diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle faults
* Completing work accurately and to a high standard
* Working with the Workshop Manager and wider transport team to keep vehicles roadworthy and available
* Supporting breakdown repairs where required from site/workshop operations
* Maintaining good housekeeping and safe working standards within the workshop

There will also be opportunities, depending on experience and interest, to become involved in the maintenance and repair of heavy plant and quarry machinery, including loading shovels, excavators, crushers and screeners.

Workshop and Equipment

You will be working in a properly equipped workshop environment with the tools, facilities and support needed to do the job properly.

Workshop facilities and equipment include:

* Inspection pits
* Diagnostic equipment
* Brake testing equipment
* Welding and fabrication facilities
* Tyre bay
* Wash bay
* Parts and stores support
* Recovery/service vans
* Mixed fleet diagnostic capability
* Plant workshop support
* Trailer maintenance facilities
* Mobile maintenance capability where required

This is a varied role where no two days are exactly the same. You will not be limited to one vehicle type or one repetitive task. You will have the opportunity to work across a broad fleet and develop your skills further.

About You

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of vehicle safety and compliance, and wants to be part of a long-standing business with a strong future.

The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following backgrounds:

* HGV Technician
* HGV Mechanic
* Commercial Vehicle Technician
* Plant Fitter
* Heavy Plant Mechanic
* Agricultural Mechanic
* Ex-Forces Mechanic
* Bus or coach technician
* Experienced vehicle technician looking to move further into HGV work

Skills and Experience Required

Essential or highly desirable:

* Previous experience working on HGVs, commercial vehicles, heavy plant, agricultural machinery or similar equipment
* Good mechanical fault-finding and repair skills
* Ability to carry out servicing, inspections and repairs to a high standard
* Understanding of vehicle safety, roadworthiness and compliance requirements
* Ability to work well as part of a workshop team
* Reliable, practical and willing to get stuck in
* Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

* Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent
* Time-served technicians will also be considered
* Class 2 licence
* Class 1 licence
* Driver CPC
* Experience with tippers, grab vehicles, trailers or plant machinery
* Experience using diagnostic equipment
* Welding, fabrication, hydraulic or electrical repair experience

We are open to speaking with candidates from a range of backgrounds. A fully qualified HGV Technician with heavy plant experience would be ideal, but we will also consider strong candidates from plant, agricultural, commercial vehicle, ex-forces or similar mechanical backgrounds.

Training and Development

We want someone who is looking for more than just a job.

For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to build a long-term career within a stable, family-run business. We can support continued development through training, manufacturer training and hands-on experience across a varied fleet.

Progression opportunities may include:

* Senior HGV Technician
* Workshop Supervisor
* Plant and Machinery Technician
* Mobile Breakdown Technician
* Fleet Maintenance Support
* Compliance and maintenance planning support
* Apprentice or junior technician mentoring
* Manufacturer and technical training

If you want to develop beyond standard HGV work, this role gives you the opportunity to broaden your skills into plant, quarry machinery, trailers, fabrication, diagnostics and fleet maintenance.

Hours of Work

We currently have *day and night shifts available*.

Day shift pattern:

* Monday: 6:00am to 4:00pm
* Tuesday to Friday: 6:30am to 4:30pm
* Every third Saturday

Night shift hours can be discussed at interview.

Saturday working is required on a one-in-three basis and is included within the overall salary/package.

Breakdown support may be required where needed, but there is currently no formal call-out rota from home.

Pay and Benefits

Salary is dependent on experience, qualifications and shift pattern.

As a guide, pay is expected to be around *£45,000 per year*, with higher earning potential available depending on experience and night shift work.

Benefits include:

* Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
* Higher earning potential for night shift work
* Overtime available
* Full-time, permanent employment
* Company pension
* 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* Training provided
* Manufacturer training
* Career development opportunities
* Supportive workshop team
* Stable role within a long-established family business
* Employee assistance support
* Staff events
* Free on-site parking

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a business that has been operating for over 60 years and continues to invest in its people, fleet and workshop operations.

You will be joining a team where the workshop matters. Our technicians are trusted to keep a large commercial fleet safe, compliant and ready to work. The role offers variety, stability, progression and the chance to work across more than just standard HGV maintenance.

For someone who wants to develop their skills, take pride in their work and be part of a proper transport and aggregates operation, this is a strong opportunity.

Licence Requirements

* Full UK driving licence required
* Class 2 licence desirable
* Class 1 licence desirable
* Driver CPC desirable

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief covering note outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

*Apply to:* Chris@hdricketts.co.uk
*Location:* Weeford
*Work Location:* In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking

Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person