Job Description
HGV Diagnostic Technician (Level 3 Qualified)Location: ReadingContract: Permanent, Full-TimeSalary: Up to £45,000 Basic + Realistic OTE £64,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV Diagnostic Technician to join a busy and professional commercial vehicle workshop in Reading. This role is ideal for a skilled technician with strong diagnostic capabilities who enjoys fault finding, repairs, and working across multiple vehicle manufacturers.You'll be joining a modern workshop environment with excellent earning potential, ongoing manufacturer training, and genuine career progression opportunities.Salary & Benefits Basic salary up to £45,000 depending on experienceRealistic OTE of £64,000+Additional shift allowance of £3,000 per yearProductivity bonus of up to £6,000 per yearOvertime readily availableWeekends and overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate30 days annual leave including bank holidaysAdditional holiday entitlement with length of serviceHoliday purchase schemeCompany pension schemeTool insuranceLife assurance coverElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeFree annual MOTCycle-to-work schemeReferral bonus schemeEnhanced paternity payUniform and PPE providedOn-site parkingOngoing manufacturer and specialist technical trainingWorking Hours Alternating Weekly Shift PatternWeek 1Monday to Friday06:00 15:00Week 2Monday to Friday13:00 22:00Plus1 in 3 Saturdays07:00 12:00The Role Carrying out advanced diagnostics and fault findingCompleting repairs identified through diagnostic inspectionsServicing, maintenance, and general repairs on HGVsWorking across a range of commercial vehicle manufacturersEnsuring all repairs are completed to manufacturer standardsMaintaining accurate workshop records and documentationSupporting workshop productivity and customer satisfactionRequirements Level 3 Qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (preferred)HGV Diagnostic Accreditation or equivalent experienceProven experience diagnosing and repairing HGVsStrong fault-finding and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesOrganised and able to work to deadlinesGood understanding of health and safety requirementsDesirable LGV/HGV/PSV LicenceIRTEC AccreditationManufacturer Diagnostic AccreditationRoadside Assistance qualificationsBus and coach experienceTime-served technicians with significant experience will also be consideredTraining & Career Development Manufacturer-led training programmesAdditional technical certifications availableOpportunities to gain specialist qualificationsClear progression pathways into senior technical and management positionsTPBN1_UKTJ