Full time

HGV Technician

Pertemps Cardiff Commercial
Bristol, City of Bristol, BS1 5LL
money-bag £43500 - £47732 per annum
Posted: 10 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 July 2026
Ref: 60136672

About the Role

An HGV Technician is required in Bristol for a full-time, permanent position with a salary between £43,500 and £47,732 per annum, plus a £2,500 retention bonus. Working 40 hours per week on alternating early and late shifts, Monday to Friday, you will join an environmental and fleet services organisation. Key responsibilities include conducting vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure fleet compliance and safety. Essential skills involve diagnostic fault-finding, routine servicing, and adherence to industry standards. This role offers long-term job security and career development within a business supporting local communities and commercial customers across the region.

HGV Technician
Location: Bristol
Salary: £43,500 - £47,732 per annum (depending on experience) £2,500 retention bonus after successful completion of probation
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, alternating early and late shifts
The Opportunity
A leading environmental and fleet services organisation is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join its busy workshop operation in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that plays a vital role in supporting local communities and commercial customers while offering excellent benefits, career development opportunities and long-term job security.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective vehicle maintenance support, ensuring the fleet remains compliant, safe and operational at all times.
Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain fleet compliance records and workshop documentation.
  • Carry out quality control inspections.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
  • Ensure vehicles comply with all statutory and legal requirements.
  • Troubleshoot vehicle breakdowns and carry out repairs.
  • Perform planned preventative maintenance activities.
  • Support workshop cost control initiatives.
  • Assess service and parts requirements.
  • Maintain high standards of vehicle presentation.
  • Ensure workshop facilities remain safe and secure.

Requirements
  • Qualification in vehicle maintenance (City & Guilds Level 2, IRTEC, manufacturer accreditation or equivalent experience).
  • Experience working within the commercial vehicle repair and maintenance sector.
  • Proven ability to maintain and repair commercial vehicles.
  • Experience working with job cards and workshop systems.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Willingness to undertake additional technical training when required.

Benefits
Financial & Security
  • Salary up to £47,732.
  • £2,500 retention bonus.
  • Company pension scheme with employer contribution.
  • Employee referral scheme.
  • Retail discount platform offering savings across hundreds of retailers.

Health & Wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Mental health support services.
  • Health cash plan.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Access to onsite wellbeing support.
 
Learning & Development
  • Dedicated training and development programmes.
  • Ongoing technical training.
  • Internal progression opportunities.
  • Strong track record of promoting from within.

Work-Life Balance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Flexible working opportunities where operationally possible.
  • Supportive and inclusive working environment.

Apply
If you are interested in this position, please click apply to send your CV or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol.

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