HGV Technician ( 3 day working week! )
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
£40,560 – £55,770 / year
Salary
Within the market range
£41,700
Going rate
Offer is 1.0× the going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5231 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and National Vehicle Distribution is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5231 Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry. As early adopters of emerging technology we have been able to introduce huge efficiencies saving time and money for our customers. Our unwavering commitment to progress and continual service improvement remains at the heart of our business today.
NVD UK Ltd has excellent career opportunities for HGV Mechanics at Birtley, Tyne & Wear. We require someone who is reliable, flexible, and prepared to work hard and able to communicate on a good level with a positive attitude to Health & Safety.
This role is working on a three-day shift from 06:00 to 18:30 and full-time position based in the Birtley workshop. (for Example, the work pattern will be Monday to Wednesday, off 7 days, work from Thursday to Saturday, off Sunday and then repeat.
Pay And Benefits
- £40,560 - £55,770 per year plus overtime.
- Full training provided in IRTEC, BPW, Knorr-Bremse, Rolfo, Transporter engineering, LOHR. etc
- Upskill courses available for Welding & HGV electrical systems (Paid by Company)
- Pension Scheme
- Death In Service Benefit
- Digital GP Service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual Leave Purchase Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Staff Purchase Schemes:
- Tyres
- Tools
- Bike to Work
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Must hold a formal qualification NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
- Carry out general mechanical planned and corrective maintenance.
- Prepare vehicles for MOT.
- Carry out diagnostic fault identification and rectification repair.
- Assist with apprenticeship training.
National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians (SOC 5231) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~101k in sample- Offer £40,560–55,770
- Middle half £29,068–41,548
- Median £34,892
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£29,068–41,548), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. National Vehicle Distribution holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5231 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.