The average advertised pay for a HGV Mechanic, based on live UK vacancies — with how it compares to similar roles and how many jobs are available right now.
By Louisa Lowe, Editor — Careers & Workplace · Updated 5 October 2026The average advertised salary for a HGV Mechanic in the UK is £46,000 a year, based on 49 live vacancies carrying salary information this month. That is about £3,830 a month or £23.59 an hour before tax, on a 37.5-hour week. 97% of current adverts are permanent, and 87% are posted through recruitment agencies.
HGV Mechanic adverts mention AI or automation 0% of the time — among the most AI-proof roles we track.
Median advertised salary for HGV Mechanic beside other job titles in automotive, from the lowest paid to the highest.
| Role | Median pay | Live jobs | Permanent | AI mentions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Used Car Sales | £63,000 | — | 99% | 1% |
| Panel Beater | £50,000 | 115 | 97% | 0% |
| HGV Mechanic | £46,000 | 132 | 97% | 0% |
| Mechanic | £45,000 | 122 | 97% | 0% |
| Car Sales Executive | £42,000 | 56 | 98% | 3% |
| Service Advisor | £34,000 | 209 | 91% | 6% |
| Tyre Fitter | £33,000 | 11 | 94% | 0% |
| Valeter | £26,000 | 9 | 64% | 0% |
Red Sky Personnel Ltd
Experienced PSV or HGV Technician? Looking for a great shift pattern and long-term opportunity. We are looking for an experienced...
Technify Talent Limited
HGV Mechanic / Fleet Technician - Immediate start available. A well-established, family-run business who is seeking an...
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Bridgwater. Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum. Job Type:...
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Bristol. Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum. Job Type: Permanent....
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Birmingham. Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum. Job Type:...
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Oxford. Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum. Job Type: Permanent....
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Exeter. Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum. Job Type: Permanent....
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Reading. Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum. Job Type: Permanent....
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Bournemouth. Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum. Job Type:...
Holt Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter. Location: Basingstoke. Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum. Job Type:...
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