HGV Technician

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic Salary: From £35,000 DOE + Overtime + Shift Allowance Location: Kirkcaldy Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic looking for a stable, full-time role where your skills are genuinely valued? Do you want to join a professional workshop team where quality workmanship matters and no two days are the same?

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Were looking for a fully qualified HGV Technician with at least 1 year of experience to join a busy, well-established workshop in Kirkcaldy. If you take pride in your work, enjoy problem-solving, and want long-term security with real earning potential this could be the role for you.
About the Role Youll be part of a skilled workshop team, reporting directly to the Workshop Foreman. This is a hands-on role where youll be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing a wide range of HGV vehicles and associated equipment.
Youll alternate weekly between day shift and back shift, with additional earnings available through shift allowance, overtime, and eventual participation in the on-call rota. The workshop handles a steady flow of work, meaning consistent hours and job security.
Whether youre already an experienced HGV Technician or a van/car mechanic with the right qualifications and attitude, theres room to develop and grow.
About the Client Our client is a long-established, highly respected commercial vehicle operation based in Kirkcaldy. They have built a strong reputation for reliability, high standards, and customer trust across the region.
The workshop environment is professional, supportive, and team-focused. They invest in their staff and value individuals who take ownership of their work and contribute positively to the team.
This is not a clock in and clock out environment its a place where skill, accountability, and teamwork are genuinely recognised.
Working Hours You will alternate weekly between:
Day Shift:
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am 3:30pm

Friday: 7:00am 3:30pm

Back Shift:
Monday to Thursday: 3:30pm 11:00pm

Friday: 2:30pm 10:00pm

Overtime available. xwzovoh
Additional compensation paid for back-shift weeks and call-out.
Key Duties Repairing and maintaining a variety of HGV vehicles and equipment

Carrying out routine servicing and preventative maintenance

Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults

Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOT

Ensuring all work is completed to a high and compliant standard

Working collaboratively within the workshop team

Eventually participating in the on-call rota

Key Requirements Minimum 1 years experience as an HGV Technician (or relevant mechanical background)

Fully qualified HGV Technician

Own tools essential

Full UK Driving Licence (Class 1 desirable but not essential)

Strong team player with a proactive attitude

Ability to work independently and take ownership of your work

Solution-focused mindset