HGV Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
re you a qualified HGV Technician looking for a new opportunity for one of big 6 truck manufacturers in the UK?
Do you have previous experience of working with HGVs, ideally in a workshop environment?
Here at MAN Truck & Bus we are looking for an experienced HGV technician to join our depot in Preston on a full time permanent basis
We would like to hear from you if you have worked in a similar environment and understand the intricate workings of large commercial vehicles.
For a limited time, anyone joining the organisation in a technician position that successfully passes their probation will be entitled to a £1,000 joining bonus.
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Some of the activities that you will be involved in will include but may not be limited to:
- Interpret instructions from the job card/repair order and comply with repair instructions
- Attend training and keep abreast of the latest technical information
- Accurately report and record work done and tests carried out, including immediately reporting any further work required or vehicle faults
- Maintain allocated work areas in a clean and tidy condition
- Provide information, maintain records and carry out all duties in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
- Enhance the image and reputation of the company whilst supporting its commercial interests
- Comply with good health and safety practice, all statutory requirements, company policies and standard procedures
In order for to be successful in this role, you will work well as part of a small team, be a good communicator and have the ability to take on a variety of different workloads, planned or otherwise.
It is important to us to make sure we look after our employees and therefore we offer a competitive salary.
You will have access to an excellent pension scheme, fantastic company car scheme open to all employees, a new VW group car every 6 months as well as 22 days holidays plus bank holidays. You will receive full dealer training and technical support as well support with career development.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
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: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Technician roles across MAN Trucks'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 Transportation Equipment Manufacturing.
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 £45,000 - £45,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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