Lead HGV Technician

Overview of role

Location: Belfast

Annual Salary: £48,000

Closing Date: 18th May 2026

We are looking for an experienced HGV Technician to support the VMU Manager and help lead a busy workshop team. You'll play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, compliant and on the road - minimising downtime and making sure all work meets legal and operator licence standards.

There are plenty of reasons why this is a great place to work, and here are just a few of the benefits for you:

• £2,000 sign on bonus
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension - matched employer pension contributions of up to 10% & Life Assurance
• Health benefits - funded cashpan for dentist, optiian and physio and Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, financial guidance and legal advice)
• Cycle to work scheme & Electric car scheme
• Extra Slice company discount scheme which provides great savings at more than 500 businesses/outlets, including Asda, Tesco, Currys & Argos
• Onsite parking & discounted products

Key Accountabilities

• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture
• Lead, motivate and support the VMU team. Coach and develop the team including training apprentices.
• Make sure all vehicles are inspected, serviced and repaired to company standard and legal requirements under our Operators Licence are met
• Ensure maintenance paperwork is completed accurately and on time
• Keep workshop stock at the right levels and manage parts, fuel etc to maximise efficiency.
• Create and manage service maintenance schedules

The Right Person

Essential

• City & Guilds Level 3/4 in HGV/LGV Maintenance & Repair
• Experience as a commercial vehicle technician
• Good knowledge of diagnostic equipment (DAF, Iveco or similar), electrical systems and tail lifts
• Willing to work shifts (Days and lates rota finishing by 9pm)

Desirable

• Supervisory experience
• C + E license

We are looking for a self-driven, enthusiastic team leader able to build effective relationships with a strong customer focus. Attention to detail is essential; we need a pragmatic problem solver who is comfortable operating under pressure.

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