Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

HGV / Vehicle Mechanic

Location:

Croft, Leicester, LE9
Salary:  £31,000 - £33,000 per annum + up to 10% bonus, depending on experience

Contract:

Temporary ongoing

Hours:

Full time  core working hours
Pay:  Weekly pay via Quest Employment
Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established public-sector organisation for experienced  HGV / Vehicle Mechanics  to join their busy vehicle maintenance operation in  Croft, Leicester .
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified mechanic with experience working on HGVs, 7.5-tonne vehicles, commercial vehicles or a range of council/public-service vehicles.

The Role
As a Vehicle Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a varied fleet of vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and compliant with relevant standards.
Your duties will include:
Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs efficiently.
Working on HGVs, 7.5-tonne vehicles and other commercial/council vehicles.
Inspecting vehicles to identify defects and safety issues.
Carrying out mechanical repairs and component replacements.
Using diagnostic equipment and mechanical tools where required.
Completing maintenance records and relevant vehicle documentation.
Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with health and safety procedures.
Supporting the wider workshop team to maintain fleet availability.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Candidates must have a relevant recognised vehicle maintenance qualification, ideally at Level 3 or equivalent   , such as:
City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
IMI Level 3 or equivalent automotive/HGV maintenance qualification
Previous experience as an  HGV, LGV, commercial vehicle or fleet mechanic  is essential.
Experience working on  7.5-tonne vehicles, HGVs, commercial vehicles or public-sector/council fleets  would be highly advantageous.
A relevant  HGV/LGV driving licence  would be desirable but is not essential unless required for the specific duties of the role.
Additional industry-recognised qualifications or accreditations, such as  IRTEC , would be advantageous.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for mechanics who are:
Fully qualified and confident working independently.
Experienced in diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
Comfortable working across a varied commercial vehicle fleet.
Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining high standards.
Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
Able to work to deadlines in a busy workshop environment.
What's on Offer?
£31,000  £33,000 salary   , depending on experience.
Up to 10% bonus   , based on experience/level.
Temporary ongoing contract    with full-time hours.
Core working hours   .
Based in  Croft, Leicester, LE9 .
Weekly pay through Quest Employment   .
The opportunity to work within an established public-sector fleet operation.
Apply Today
If you're a qualified  HGV / Vehicle Mechanic  looking for a new opportunity in the Leicester area, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now through Quest Employment    and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps.