Overview of role
Location: Belfast
Annual Salary: £48,000
Closing Date: 29th May 2026
We are looking for an experienced HGV Technician to support the VMU Manager and help lead a busy workshop team. You’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, compliant and on the road — minimising downtime and making sure all work meets legal and operator licence standards.
There are plenty of reasons why this is a great place to work, and here are just a few of the benefits for you:
- £2,000 sign on bonus
- 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Pension - matched employer pension contributions of up to 10% & Life Assurance
- Health benefits – funded cashpan for dentist, optiian and physio and Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, financial guidance and legal advice)
- Cycle to work scheme & Electric car scheme
- Extra Slice company discount scheme which provides great savings at more than 500 businesses/outlets, including Asda, Tesco, Currys & Argos
- Onsite parking & discounted products
Key Accountabilities
- Promote a strong Health & Safety culture
- Lead, motivate and support the VMU team. Coach and develop the team including training apprentices.
- Make sure all vehicles are inspected, serviced and repaired to company standard and legal requirements under our Operators Licence are met
- Ensure maintenance paperwork is completed accurately and on time
- Keep workshop stock at the right levels and manage parts, fuel etc to maximise efficiency.
- Create and manage service maintenance schedules
The Right Person
Essential
- City & Guilds Level 3/4 in HGV/LGV Maintenance & Repair
- Experience as a commercial vehicle technician
- Good knowledge of diagnostic equipment (DAF, Iveco or similar), electrical systems and tail lifts
- Willing to work shifts (Days and lates rota finishing by 9pm)
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- C + E license
We are looking for a self-driven, enthusiastic team leader able to build effective relationships with a strong customer focus. Attention to detail is essential; we need a pragmatic problem solver who is comfortable operating under pressure.