GearUp is your fast track into the HGV world. If you’ve worked with vehicles, engines, or anything mechanical for a minimum of three years, but want a proper route to progress in the HGV world, this is it.

HGV Technician Pathway

Salary:
Competitive salary Basis:
Permanent, full-time Location:
Coventry (CV8), Dagenham (RM13), Livingston (EH54), Thurrock (RM19)

You’ll join us as a full-time employee from day one, earn while you train, and work alongside experienced HGV technicians to build real, in-demand skills.

Typical earnings for a fully skilled HGV Technician range from £40,000 to £55,000 depending on your location and shift pattern, with optional overtime at attractive rates to further boost your earning potential!

The Journey

We’ll tailor your training to suit your background and support you to gain what you need to become an HGV Technician, resulting in becoming IRTEC qualified.

You’ll continue on with us in a permanent HGV role — no training fees, no dead ends, just a clear way forward in a sector that needs you.

Air brake systems
Road friendly suspension (air suspension)
Electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS)
Emission control systems
Anti-lock braking and electronic braking systems
Diesel particulate filters + selective catalytic reduction
Legislation related to braking systems per the HGV Tester’s manual

You’ll continue on with us in a permanent HGV role — no training fees, no dead ends, just a clear way forward in a sector that needs you.

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Paid training
from day one

You’ll earn while you learn. No training costs or course fees.

IRTEC qualification
included

We’ll support you to gain your IRTEC Inspection Technician certification through a mix of in-house and external training delivered in partnership with Remit Training.

Learn in a real
working environment

You’ll be based at one of our Pullman sites, learning directly from experienced HGV technicians.

Tailored
training plans

We adapt the programme based on your experience, confidence, and career goals. It’s not one-size-fits-all.

Who is GearUp for?

This programme is ideal for people with mechanical experience who want to build a long-term career as an HGV technician.

You might currently be:

Proven background in LCV servicing and repairs.
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance.
A strong desire to learn and develop HGV expertise.
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

If you have a strong foundation in vehicle or mechanical maintenance and want to progress into the HGV industry, we can help you get there.