HGV Technician

Tru Talent
Reading, Berkshire
HGV Technician / Truck Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician Location: Reading Pay: OTE up to £48,672 per year | Overtime at 1.5x Hours: 4 on 4 off | 06:00–18:00 Job Type: Full time, permanent

Tru Talent is a specialist recruitment agency placing experienced HGV Technicians and Truck Technicians across the UK.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician or Truck Technician to join a busy fleet workshop in Reading. Offering strong OTE, overtime at 1.5x, structured training and clear career progression, this role is ideal for a Commercial Vehicle Technician who takes pride in high quality HGV maintenance and repairs. If you are an HGV Technician or Truck Technician based in or around Reading looking for a well-rewarded role with a team that invests in your development, this is well worth applying for.

What You Will Be Doing

As an HGV Technician / Truck Technician / Commercial Vehicle Technician you will be responsible for:

Performing major and minor repairs on HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles to DVSA and manufacturer standards
Carrying out inspections and preventive maintenance as an experienced Truck Technician
Diagnosing faults and assisting with repair planning using appropriate diagnostic tools
Maintaining accurate workshop records and documentation
Providing emergency roadside support when required as an HGV Technician
Ensuring a safe, clean and compliant working environment at all times
Pay and Benefits

OTE up to £48,672 per year
Overtime paid at 1.5x
Pension scheme
Annual appraisal with ongoing training and career progression opportunities
What You Will Need

To be considered as an HGV Technician, Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician you will need:

Proven experience as an HGV Technician, Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician within a fleet or workshop environment
Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance (NVQ / City & Guilds / IMI or equivalent)
Experience in diagnostics and service repairs on HGVs
Ability to identify worn or faulty components to DVSA standards
Full UK driving licence
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure
How to Apply

If you are an HGV Technician, Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician based in or around Reading, apply using the button below or call James on (phone number removed), Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm.

INDHGV
Posted 2026-04-14

Recommended Jobs

Head of Housekeeping - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
Reading, Berkshire

Job Details ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and suppo…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-11

Drama Teacher - Good Reading School

Wayman Learning Trust
Reading, Berkshire

*Drama Teacher required to work on a full-time position *Drama Teacher required to work within a Good School in Reading *Drama Teacher to join a highly successful and well-resourced department …

View Details
Posted 2025-09-29

Employment Tax Manager

Focus Resourcing
Reading, Berkshire

Our prestigious client is seeking an Employment Tax Manager for their busy team based in Reading. In this role you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, providing expert advice on e…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-16

Field Service Laser Technician & LEV Tester -Southwest to East England

Hobarts Laser Supplies Ltd
Reading, Berkshire

Job Title - Field Service Laser Technician & LEV Tester Area to cover - Southwest to East of England Essential - Driving Licence + DBS Check will be required. Excellent opportunity to join a growin…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-15

Assembler

Orion Electrotech
Reading, Berkshire

Job Title: Assembler Location: Reading Hours: Monday to Friday 2.30pm to 11pm (40 hours) Job type: Contract with potential of permanent Pay rate:  £13 per hour PAYE Overtime: Any hours o…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-31

Construction Assurance Engineer

Reading, Berkshire

We have an exciting opportunity for you… We have an exciting opportunity for you to play a key role in the development and modernisation of Clean Water Infrastructure across the Thames Valley an…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-08

Outbound Customer Service Executive

Michael Page
Reading, Berkshire

Outbound Customer Service Executive, Reading Manage outbound communications with customers in a professional and courteous manner. Make outgoing phone calls to customers to resolve ongoing issu…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-28

Motorbike Service Advisor

Reading, Berkshire

This is a new and exciting position, and as a Motorbike  Service Advisor you will ensure the highest standard of courtesy and professionalism when interacting with customers and members of the publi…

View Details
Posted 2025-04-03

Electricians - Reading

Damicor Ltd
Reading, Berkshire

Damicor are recruiting for JIB Gold Card Electricians for Commercial works in Reading. Requirements Compliant to live and work in the UK JIB Card IPAF 3a & 3b Commercial & Data Centre experience…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-17