HGV Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
At the core of our sites are our Paramount team of Engineers. We are looking for HGV Technicians in Enfield, Barnsley, Faversham and Bristol. To work as part of a small team on a fleet of 100+ commercial vehicles.
What’s the opportunity?
Salary £35,776 to £47,840 dependant on location.
Shift Pattern Various shifts patterns available including any 5 out of 7 or Monday to Friday.
Early 06:00-14:00
Afternoon 14:00 - 22:00
Nights 22:00- 06:30
About the role
Gist is one of the UK's leading providers of contract logistics, temperature-controlled logistics and global freight management. In partnership with M&S we are looking for a qualified HGV Technician to join our busy workshops. As a HGV Technician for Gist you will be responsible for the service and repair of a large fleet of vehicles in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
Who you’ll be
- Must be driven, with a keen focus on safety.
- Carry out all aspects of vehicle maintenance and pass all legal and company specified tests.
- Maintain vehicles to the highest standards of maintenance.
- Ensure all work is accurately documented.
- Must be able to demonstrate good diagnostic and fault-finding skills ensuring first time fix.
- Experience working in a fast-paced distribution environment is preferred.
- Must be confident working alone and as part of a team.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Very self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
What you’ll be doing
- Carry out maintenance on sites HGVs ensuring work is carried out in accordance with the required schedule and manufacturer guidelines.
- Ensure all breakdowns and reactive works are carried out to a high standard and in a timely manner.
- Accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults with the HGV’s and across the wider site.
- Be proactive in your approach always looking for ways to improve things.
- To accurately communicate technical information and outstanding work to the other shifts.
- Escalate issue to the relevant managers.
About Us
We are an award-winning supply chain specialist that works in partnership with Marks and Spencer, and our customers Tesco, Morrisons and 2 Sisters Food Group.
We are big on succession and being united by our core values which are Progressive, Accountable, Collaborative and Ethical.
What You’ll Enjoy
- All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across M&S (T&C’s apply)
- Competitive salary
- Pension – Auto enrolment scheme
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rota)
- Well-being portal
- Discounts to major restaurants and retailers
- Subsidised canteen
- Free parking on site
- Cycle to work scheme
At Gist we pride ourselves on providing the best Journey for all kinds of destinations and your recruitment journey is no exception. Below is what you can expect from the recruitment journey
Upon success at application stage
- An initial call with one of our team to discuss the role & you
- A tour of the site and department
- Meet the current engineering team
- An interview
Typically, you’ll receive feedback on your interview within 48 hours.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,776.00-£47,840.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London EN3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: WHO.HGVTCH
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Technician roles across GIST's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,776 - £47,840 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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