HGV Trailer Technician

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Newgen Commercials Ltd is looking for an experienced HGV Trailer Technician to join our team. If you’re a hands-on technician who can work independently, diagnose faults confidently and take pride in doing the job properly, we’d love to hear from you! 🔧

🔧 The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

✅ Inspecting, servicing and maintaining trailers
✅ Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and air system faults
✅ Carrying out brake repairs and adjustments
✅ Diagnosing ABS/EBS faults
✅ Maintaining suspension, axles, hubs and running gear
✅ Repairing curtains, doors, bodywork and other trailer components
✅ Preparing trailers to a high roadworthy standard
✅ Completing inspection sheets and job paperwork accurately
✅ Identifying defects and reporting any additional work required
✅ Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

👨‍🔧 What We’re Looking For

✔️ Previous HGV trailer technician experience (essential)
✔️ Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
✔️ Knowledge of commercial vehicle and trailer maintenance standards
✔️ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
✔️ Full UK driving licence
✔️ Reliable, organised and professional approach
✔️ IRTEC accreditation (advantageous, but not essential)

🎯 What We Offer

💷 £18.00 per hour
📅 Monday–Friday daytime working
📋 Full-time permanent position
⏱️ Overtime opportunities where available
🏦 Company pension
🅿️ On-site parking
🍽️ Canteen
💚 Health and wellbeing programme
📈 Stable employment with a growing commercial vehicle business