
HGV Technician Nightshift
Job Description
- Nightshift Technician | OTE: Up to £50,000
- Northampton
- Monday – Friday: 20:00 – 06:30
- New redeveloped modern workshop
- Manufacturer training and career development
- Keep Britain Moving
- RH Commercial Vehicles is looking for an experienced technician to join the nightshift at our recently redeveloped Northampton workshop.
- If you’re a skilled technician who enjoys working independently, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work, this could be the trial opportunity for you.
- Working on a dedicated night shift, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our customers’ vehicles are serviced, maintained and repaired efficiently, helping keep their operations running smoothly.
- Shift Pattern:
- 50 hours a week
- Monday – Friday: 20:00 – 06:30
- Why Join RH Commercial Vehicles?
- Competitive hourly rate | OTE: Up to £50,000
- Permanent nightshift pattern
- Brand-new redeveloped workshop with modern facilities
- £1,500 annual tooling allowance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + holiday sellback scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Company pension and sick pay
- Career progression opportunities
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Life Assurance, Christmas Gift Scheme, Referral programme
- The Role
As a nightshift technician, you will
Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a range of commercial vehicles
Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently
Work to DVSA and manufacturer standards
Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance
Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance
Complete all documentation accurately and in a timely manner
Support workshop productivity and vehicle uptime
Maintain a safety and organised working environment
Keep up to date with technical developments and training opportunities
What we’re looking for:
Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Commercial Vehicle Repair or equivalent
Proven experience working on HGVs, commercial vehicles or similar equipment
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Commitment to quality workmanship and safety standards
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
HGV licence
Main dealer experience
Renault Trucks or Isuzu Trucks experience
Experience with diagnostic equipment and electronic fault finding
About RH Commercial Vehicles
With over 40 years of expertise in the commercial vehicle sector, RH Commercial Vehicles is a trusted Renault Trucks and Isuzu Trucks dealer operating across the East Midlands. We invest heavily in our people, training and facilities, providing long-term career opportunities within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re looking for nightshift role with a market-leading commercial vehicle dealer, modern workshop facilities and genuine opportunities for development, we’d love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection are based solely on merit, ensuring the most suitable person is appointed to each role. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics. Adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available on request.
Apply today and help keep the UK’s transport industry moving through the night.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £24.00 per hour
Benefits
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate
Northampton NN7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s)
- Do you have a City and Guilds Level 3 Qualification in HEAVY Vehicle maintenance (or equivalent)?
- Do you have IRTEC?
- Do you have main dealership experience?
- Are you happy for us to retain a copy of your CV and contact you for future roles?
Experience
Automotive diagnostics: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification
Category C1 Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation
United Kingdom (required)
Location
* Northampton NN7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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