HGV Technician

At Motus Commercials , we know that skilled Technicians are at the heart of what we do. We’re looking for a Level 3 qualified HGV Technician to join our team at Avonmouth , where your experience, technical ability and passion for keeping vehicles on the road will be valued and supported.

As Europe’s largest DAF Trucks dealer group and the UK’s largest independent commercial vehicle dealer group, we’re proud to represent DAF Trucks across 34 sites, with further growth planned. We provide new and used vehicle sales, genuine DAF and TRP all-makes parts, servicing and aftersales support to keep our customers moving.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy getting to the bottom of a technical fault and want to develop your skills with a business that invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you!

This is a full-time role working 46.5 hours per week, excluding meal breaks :

We are offering a 2 week rotating shift,

• Week 1: Monday to Friday 06.00am – 15.00pm
• Week 2: Monday to Friday 14.00pm – 23.00pm
• Alternate Saturdays AM

Salary: Up to 46.5K dependant on experience

Benefits

• 23 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, rising to 25 days with service
• Death in Service benefit
• Company matched pension scheme
• Vehicle discount scheme through the wider Motus Group (UK) Limited
• Discounted medical insurance
• Full DAF manufacturer training
• Opportunities for progression within the Group
• Employee discounts available through the wider Motus Group (UK) Limited family and our employee benefits platform
• Long Service Awards – we celebrate continued service
• Being Brilliant Awards – we recognise and reward colleagues who go the extra mile
• HGV licence, Tachograph, Forklift & Roadside Awareness Training available

What are we looking for

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, has a practical approach to problem-solving and understands the importance of keeping commercial vehicles safe and on the road.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience as a time-served HGV Technician.
• A Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or an equivalent City & Guilds qualification.
• Hands-on experience working with HGVs.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• A positive attitude, a good eye for detail and a commitment to working safely.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

DAF experience would be an advantage, but it’s not essential. We value the skills you bring and are committed to helping you develop through our manufacturer training and ongoing learning opportunities.

What will you be doing?

Working in our modern, fully equipped DAF workshop, you’ll play an important role in keeping our customers’ vehicles safe, reliable and roadworthy.

Using your own tools alongside the specialist equipment we provide, you’ll carry out a varied range of maintenance, diagnostic and repair work, including:

• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs.
• Servicing, adjusting and maintaining HGVs and their components.
• Completing safety inspections and routine maintenance.
• Working to DAF standards and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

No two days need to be the same. You’ll have the opportunity to put your technical skills to use, tackle different challenges and continue developing your expertise as part of a supportive workshop team.

We believe our colleagues are our most important asset. We want our Technicians to feel valued, supported and proud of the work they do. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can develop their skills, build their careers and be recognised for their contribution.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills matter, your development is supported and you can be part of a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.