HGV Technician
Cranbrook, Kent | £40000 per annum | Posted yesterday
- Job Title: HGV Technician
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Location: Cranbrook, Kent
- Job Base: Office based
- Salary: £40000 per annum
- Reference: V-118804
- Contact Email: hastings@sammons.co.uk
- Contact Phone: 01424 723723
- Job Published: 19/12/2025 13:58
Job Description
HGV Technician
Cranbrook, Kent | £40000 per annum | Posted yesterday
Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on HGV Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to take ownership of workshop operations, supporting the repair, maintenance, and compliance of a small fleet of tipper and hydraulic crane lorries. The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical expertise, confidence in managing workshop activities, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex vehicle issues in a fast-paced environment.
What’s on Offer?
- Job type: Full time, permanent
- Salary: Up to £45,000 p/a
- Benefits: Company van, company pension, continuous CPC training, employee discount
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm (1-hour lunch); Saturdays and overtime as required; day shift only
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and carry out repair and maintenance on a fleet of tipper and hydraulic crane lorries
- Manage compliance, including PMI inspections, MOTs, tacho checks, defect reporting, and associated paperwork
- Respond to call-outs and breakdowns, ensuring timely and effective resolutions
- Maintain workshop standards, safety, and day-to-day operational control
- Support ongoing improvement of workshop processes and vehicle uptime
Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:
- Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical faults
- Welding and fabrication skills
- Physically able to carry out demanding workshop tasks
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Confident managing workshop operations; previous workshop management experience is essential
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Class 1 or 2 licence preferred but not mandatory
Our Ideal Candidate:
A proactive, detail-focused technician with the confidence to take ownership of workshop operations, deliver high-quality workmanship, and maintain fleet compliance to the highest standards.
How to Apply:
If you have the skills and drive for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply directly through this advert with your CV.
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