Posted: 10/09/2026
Job Ref: 31459
HGV Technician - Newcastle
Job Description
My client is looking for an experienced HGV Technician, with a HGV Class 1 or 2 license, Full UK manual license & proof of qualificationsHGV Technician – Newcastle
Salary – Up to £42,000 Basic + 1.5k sign on bonus + Overtime at 1.25x Pay (Up to £23.75ph) DOE & Qualifications
Days – Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm, 42.5 hours, No Weekends
Ref – 31459
We have a new job vacancy available for a HGV Technician in Newcastle. My client is one of the UK’s leading vehicle rental specialist & they're looking for an experienced HGV Technician looking for a long term career filled with progression opportunities This is a great opportunity for a HGV Technician looking to work for one of the best in the industry, so if you’re on the lookout then apply now!
HGV Technician Benefits:
- 1.5k sign on bonus!
- Overtime up to £23.75ph DOE
- Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend shifts
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Birthday day off
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Same-day virtual private GP access
- Discounts on vehicle hire
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Paid volunteer days
- Structured 5-stage training programme leading to Master Technician level
HGV Technician Role:
- Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles
- Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters
- Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)
HGV Technician Requirements:
- Must have a minimum of NVQ, IMI, City and Guilds or Mechanical Engineering level 3 (Or equivalent)
- Must have HGV Class 1 or 2 license
- Must have proof of level 3 qualification as this will be requested at offer stage
- Must hold a full UK driving licence
Consultant – Al-amin Abiru
SCOVT
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.