Senior HGV Technician
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Location: Somerset
A large operational service provider in Somerset is seeking an experienced Senior HGV Technician to take a leading role within a busy commercial workshop. This position is ideal for a skilled professional ready to step into a senior post and support the smooth running of a diverse fleet.
Role Overview
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance and oversight to workshop staff, ensuring safe working practices and consistent standards expected of a Senior HGV Technician.
• Carry out and coordinate inspections, servicing, diagnostics and repairs across a wide range of heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain high levels of workmanship, ensuring all tasks meet legal, technical and quality requirements while minimising downtime.
• Promote a strong safety culture, investigate incidents, and ensure workshop tools and equipment are used and maintained correctly.
• Plan workloads, manage stock levels, and maintain accurate records to support compliance and audit processes.
• Offer technical advice, assess repair options, and make informed decisions balancing safety, cost and operational needs.
• Build effective working relationships with suppliers, contractors and internal teams.
What You’ll Bring
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• A minimum of five years’ experience working as an HGV technician in a commercial workshop.
• Strong understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements, including COSHH.
• Ability to work independently, safely and effectively in a physically demanding environment.
This opportunity suits a motivated Senior HGV Technician who wants to take ownership of workshop standards and contribute to a reliable, compliant fleet operation.
If you are interested in this role, have any questions, or wish to apply; then please send us a copy of your CV & We will get in touch.
Rob Utilise Recruitment