Platinum Employment
HGV Technician
HGV Technician at Platinum Employment, based in Strood, Kent, paying £20.00 - £24.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £20.00 - £24.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Strood, Kent
- Closing date
- Sector
- Engineering & Manufacturing
12% below the typical rate for engineering & manufacturing
Reference https://platinum-employment.co.uk/job/hgv-technician-9/
About the role
HGV Technician – Strood | £20-£24 per hour + excellent benefits and rotating shifts
We’re looking for an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy dealership in Strood. This is a great opportunity for a skilled technician, HGV Mechanic, or HGV Fitter looking for a stable role with a strong benefits package, structured working environment, and consistent shift pattern.
Why apply for this HGV Technician role?
You’ll enjoy:
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£20-£24 per hour
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Contributory pension scheme
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Company sick pay
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30 days’ holiday, including bank holidays
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Life assurance
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Rotating early and late shifts
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The opportunity to develop your experience within a professional HGV dealership
Key Responsibilities:
As an HGV Technician, you’ll play an important role in keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and ready for the road. Your responsibilities will include:
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Carrying out servicing, maintenance, inspections and repairs on HGVs
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Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults using appropriate diagnostic equipment
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Completing preventative maintenance and safety checks
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Carrying out MOT preparation and rectification work where required
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Working efficiently to dealership standards and manufacturer guidelines
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Completing accurate job cards and maintenance records
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Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone with strong practical experience and a genuine interest in commercial vehicles.
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Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, or HGV Fitter
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Strong knowledge of HGV servicing, maintenance and repairs
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Experience diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
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A good understanding of health and safety requirements
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Able to work independently and as part of a wider workshop team
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Reliable, organised and committed to delivering high-quality work
If you’re looking for your next HGV Technician opportunity in Strood, with a competitive hourly rate and excellent benefits, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career.
Job Number │ 49126 INDAUTO
Location │ Strood
Role │ HGV Technician
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Reference: https://platinum-employment.co.uk/job/hgv-technician-9/ · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 21 Nov 2026 · Listed via Platinum Employment
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