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HGV Technician

Driver Hire Southampton
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

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  • Driver Hire Southampton is seeking an HGV Technician, welcoming both experienced and newly qualified candidates.
  • The position offers a temp-to-perm role with permanent employment after 12 weeks, working Monday to Friday.
  • Candidates must have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, with own transport being essential for commuting.
  • The role includes servicing, maintenance, and repair of HGVs, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality standards.
  • The salary includes a winter earnings uplift of up to £3,000 OTE from October to April, with overtime available based on workload.

Driver Hire Southampton is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an HGV Technician, open to both experienced and newly qualified individuals. We're looking for a hands-on professional with a strong safety-first mindset, a keen eye for detail, and a drive to build a long-term career.

What's on Offer:

  • Temp-to-Perm role - with permanent employment after 12 weeks
  • Working Hours:
  • Mon-Thurs: 08:00-16:30
  • Fri: 08:00-16:00
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Servicing, maintenance, and repair of HGVs
  • Ensuring all work is carried out to high safety and quality standards

Requirements:

  • Qualification: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (apprenticeship-trained applicants welcome)
  • Licence: HGV or D1 (Minibus) licence preferred, but not essential
  • Transport: Own transport is essential for commuting
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Understanding of manual handling and heavy lifting procedures
  • Commitment to health and safety practices

Additional Benefits:

  • 24-25 days holiday + public holidays
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employee discounts and staff benefit schemes
  • Flexible working and family-friendly policies
  • Winter Earnings Uplift: Up to £3,000 OTE (Oct-Apr)
  • Overtime available, subject to workload

Why Join Driver Hire?

  • Weekly pay
  • PAYE or PAYE Advanced payment options
  • Friendly, 24/7 support from our team
  • No weekend work required
  • Free onsite parking
  • Strong potential for a permanent role after 12 weeks

Whether you're looking for stable, full-time work or occasional shifts, Driver Hire Southampton supports a wide range of clients across the Southampton and Winchester areas and can offer flexible opportunities to suit your needs.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.