HGV Technician Location: Felixstowe Hours: Rotating shifts: Early: 07:00 – 15:30 Late: 15:30 – 00:00 (midnight) Saturdays as required Overtime paid at up to £33.00 per hour (time and a half) Salary: Basic salary up to £45,760 per annum Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a rotating shift pattern that offers strong basic pay, premium overtime rates, and industry-leading training? This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician to join a forward-thinking dealership with a strong focus on development, technology, and long-term career progression. This role is ideal for an HGV Technician who enjoys variety, thrives in a busy workshop environment, and wants to future-proof their career through funded qualifications and advanced technical training. The Role – HGV Technician As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for: Carrying out diagnostics and technical fault-finding, accurately specifying repair solutions Producing detailed repair solutions to support quotes and works orders Identifying defects and minor faults during servicing and planned maintenance Ensuring accurate time recording and correct use of labour codes Completing timely handovers of fully specified jobs for invoicing Delivering clear and effective shift handovers, including outstanding repair orders and customer issues This position suits an HGV Technician who is detail-focused, technically strong, and committed to high standards of workmanship. Training & Development As an HGV Technician, you will benefit from continuous professional development, including: IRTEC and IVR qualifications through an in-house training school Electromobility training courses, supporting the move towards zero-emissions technology Clear pathways for skill enhancement and career progression Benefits 25 days holiday, rising with service Pension scheme Healthcare Cashback Scheme Employee discounts across retailers, cinemas and more Discount on Arval Contract Hire Vehicles Buy Back Holiday scheme What You’ll Bring Proven experience as an HGV Technician within the Heavy Goods Vehicle industry Strong knowledge of VOSA requirements and the MOT testers’ manual Understanding of Operator Licence laws and regulations Experience working to Standard Times and workshop KPIs Strong diagnostic and technical knowledge Requirements HGV Technician qualification: City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, written and verbal Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Experience using GDS and Impact systems Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Consultant: Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment LBVT 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