HGV Night Shift Technician

Company: Russell Taylor Group
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Location: Ipswich
Job Description:

HGV Night Shift Technician

Hours: 44 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Tuesday – Friday, 7:30pm – 7:00am

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Night Shift Technician to join a well-established commercial vehicle workshop. You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing a range of commercial vehicles to a high standard. The role requires a confident and experienced technician who can work independently, accurately diagnose faults and complete repairs safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for an HGV Technician looking for a permanent night-shift position within a modern workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults on commercial vehicles.
  • Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs to manufacturer standards.
  • Use modern diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify vehicle faults.
  • Complete scheduled safety inspections and identify any additional repairs required.
  • Repair and replace faulty components and vehicle parts.
  • Work on mechanical, electrical and vehicle subsystem faults.
  • Follow the repair process from initial fault diagnosis through to completion.
  • Complete job cards and workshop documentation accurately.
  • Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently and within agreed timescales.
  • Support other Technicians within the workshop where required.
  • Carry out inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and vehicle safety.

Requirements

  • City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
  • Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
  • Experience using modern diagnostic equipment.
  • Previous experience working on commercial vehicles, trucks or heavy vehicles.
  • Ability to diagnose faults with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow workshop procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Experience with manufacturer-specific diagnostic systems would be advantageous but is not essential.

Package & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Night shift allowance.
  • Additional earning potential for experienced diagnostic Technicians.
  • Bonus scheme.
  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Healthcare benefits.
  • Employee referral scheme.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Ongoing training and development.
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing commercial vehicle business.

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Posted: September 16th, 2026