Hgv Technician

Overview

Our client is hiring a skilled and proactive HGV Technician/Mechanic to join a team of dedicated technicians. Operating from a Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU), well equipped workshops you will play a crucial role in ensuring the fleet remains roadworthy, compliant, and operational. This includes performing routine inspections, repairs, servicing, and MOT preparation to maintain service standards and fleet reliability.

• Job Title:
  
  HGV Mechanic
• Industry: Fleet Maintenance
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Salary: £36,400 increasing to £39,200 p/annum
• Location:
  
  Nottingham
• Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday – 37 hours – Days

Technicians joining this fleet team, will benefit from a range of benefits including tool allowances paid monthly, overtime rates of pay, market leading benefits packages and pension scheme, 26 days holiday rising with service + bank holidays off + genuine / regular pay increases.

• Maintain and repair company vehicles and trailers, ensuring they meet legal compliance and safety standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing, inspections, and MOT preparation.
• Monitor and resolve driver-reported defects, ensuring vehicles remain in a roadworthy condition.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and bodywork issues, replacing faulty components, as necessary.
• Accurately record service and repair history in accordance with company policies and legal regulations.
• Ensure fleet vehicles are operational by following maintenance schedules, troubleshooting breakdowns, and managing inventory.
• Work closely with the Transport team to ensure fleet availability meets operational needs, while minimising downtime to reduce disruptions to daily activities.
• Health & Safety Compliance.

• Level 3 HGV Technician qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience within a busy HGV or commercial vehicle workshop.
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong understanding of HGV maintenance practices, health & safety regulations, and transport legislation.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work efficiently under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A confident negotiator with a proactive approach.

Call Jo at Questech Automotive Recruitment for a confidential discussion