HGV Technician Nightshift

Nightshift Technician | OTE: Up to £50,000

• Northampton
• Monday – Friday: 20:00 – 06:30
• New redeveloped modern workshop
• Manufacturer training and career development

Keep Britain Moving

RH Commercial Vehicles is looking for an experienced technician to join the nightshift at our recently redeveloped Northampton workshop.

If you’re a skilled technician who enjoys working independently, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work, this could be the trial opportunity for you.

Working on a dedicated night shift, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our customers’ vehicles are serviced, maintained and repaired efficiently, helping keep their operations running smoothly.

Shift Pattern:

• 50 hours a week
• Monday – Friday: 20:00 – 06:30

Why Join RH Commercial Vehicles?

• Competitive hourly rate | OTE: Up to £50,000
• Permanent nightshift pattern
• Brand-new redeveloped workshop with modern facilities
• £1,500 annual tooling allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + holiday sellback scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Company pension and sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Life Assurance, Christmas Gift Scheme, Referral programme

The Role

As a nightshift technician, you will:

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a range of commercial vehicles
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently
• Work to DVSA and manufacturer standards
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance
• Complete all documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Support workshop productivity and vehicle uptime
• Maintain a safety and organised working environment
• Keep up to date with technical developments and training opportunities

What we’re looking for:

• Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Commercial Vehicle Repair or equivalent
• Proven experience working on HGVs, commercial vehicles or similar equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety standards
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• HGV licence
• Main dealer experience
• Renault Trucks or Isuzu Trucks experience
• Experience with diagnostic equipment and electronic fault finding

About RH Commercial Vehicles

With over 40 years of expertise in the commercial vehicle sector, RH Commercial Vehicles is a trusted Renault Trucks and Isuzu Trucks dealer operating across the East Midlands. We invest heavily in our people, training and facilities, providing long-term career opportunities within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re looking for nightshift role with a market-leading commercial vehicle dealer, modern workshop facilities and genuine opportunities for development, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection are based solely on merit, ensuring the most suitable person is appointed to each role. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics. Adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Apply today and help keep the UK’s transport industry moving through the night.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Transport links

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northampton NN7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have a City and Guilds Level 3 Qualification in HEAVY Vehicle maintenance (or equivalent)?
• Do you have IRTEC?
• Do you have main dealership experience?
• Are you happy for us to retain a copy of your CV and contact you for future roles?

Experience:

• Automotive diagnostics: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Category C1 Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Northampton NN7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person