PSV / HGV Technician

Salary/rate:£42,000 – £55,000
Type of work desired:Permanent
Desired work region:Lancashire
Relocation possible:No
Reason for leaving:Redundancy
References on file:5202
Sector:HGV/LCV Technician
Post Date:May 11, 2026
Ref:5202
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Meet Our Recruiter

About Profile

This candidate is a highly experienced PSV / HGV Technician with over 40 years in the motor trade, bringing extensive hands-on experience across commercial vehicles, buses and general heavy vehicle maintenance. They are immediately available and capable of stepping into a busy workshop environment from day one.

Their background includes fleet maintenance, breakdown response and large-scale mechanical repair work, with strong technical knowledge across diesel vehicle systems, transmissions and electrical diagnostics. They are confident diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs efficiently and ensuring vehicles are maintained to MOT and safety compliance standards.

Alongside routine servicing and inspections, they have extensive experience completing engine and transmission repairs, steering and suspension work, and roadside breakdown support. Their practical approach and broad technical skillset make them adaptable across both PSV and HGV workshop environments.

Reliable and team-oriented, they take pride in maintaining high workmanship standards while supporting workshop productivity and operational uptime. With decades of experience behind them, they remain hands-on, motivated and keen to continue contributing within the commercial vehicle sector.

Key Experience & Strengths

PSV and HGV maintenance and repair
Commercial fleet and bus workshop experience
Electrical fault finding and diagnostics
Engine and transmission repairs
MOT preparation and compliance
Breakdown response and roadside repairs
Diesel vehicle systems knowledge
Steering and suspension repairs
Workshop organisation and parts handling
Strong teamwork and communication
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

PSV Technician or HGV Technician role

Salary Expectations

£42,000 – £55,000

Availability

Available immediately due to redundancy

Location

Looking for roles within a 20–30 minute commute of Preston

This candidate would be a strong addition to any fleet or commercial workshop seeking a dependable PSV / HGV Technician with extensive experience, strong fault-finding ability and the capability to support workshop operations immediately.

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