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Dennis Eagle

HGV Technician

Kensington

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
£45,372 per year
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
28 Sept 2026

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the posting

Role: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic

Location: Kensington, W14 8PT

Hours: 45 hours per week | 9 hours per day between 09:00 and 18:00 Monday to F riday

Salary: between £45,372.23 and £53,436.24 pa DOE

Do you enjoy working on vehicles and take pride in delivering high-quality, reliable workmanship? We’re looking for a skilled and dependable HGV Technician to join our Aftermarket team.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who values doing a job well, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to be part of a supportive team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing refuse collection vehicles, helping ensure they’re safe, compliant, and ready to serve our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment

Service vehicles to VOSA standards and support preparation for MOT inspections

Complete body and chassis repairs in line with Department of Transport specifications

Maintain accurate records and update job information in company systems

Build positive relationships with customers, including working independently at customer sites

Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to a high standard

Follow health and safety procedures and carry out risk assessments as required

Take part in training and development to build your skills and knowledge

About You:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance

Experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing

Confident in diagnosing faults and identifying effective solutions

Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams

Strong communication and customer service skills

Comfortable working independently and managing your own workload

Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including overtime when needed

Experience with electric vehicles, IRTEC qualification, or an HGV Class 2 licence would be an advantage

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your skills, feel part of a team, and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you'd like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)

Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.

Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.

Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.

Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.

Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.

Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.

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