HGV Fitter

Nicholas Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced HGV Fitter to join our client’s maintenance team in Barking, Essex. You will repair, service and maintain heavy goods vehicles, ensuring peak performance and safety of the fleet.

The role offers dayshift hours 07:00-16:00, with Saturday overtime on request, and you should have strong mechanical skills, electrical knowledge and IRTEC suitability; compensation £45-55K DOE, with on-site parking and casual dress.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vehicle repair, preferably within heavy goods vehicle maintenance.
• Irtec qualification preferable.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with electrical experience.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and specialised equipment.
• Experience with assembly, equipment repair and general maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and work with the transport team.
• LOLER experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and diagnostics on HGVs to identify faults.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs and maintenance.
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams for accurate repairs.
• Utilise tools and equipment to complete tasks efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of work and parts used.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

HGV maintenance

Electrical experience

Diagnostic skills

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Education

IRTEC qualification (preferable)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Specialised equipment

Job description

Position: HGV Fitter

Location: Barking, Essex

Salary: £45-55K DOE

Hours of Work: Days - 07:00-16:00 Monday to Friday (Saturday overtime, as requested)

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated HGV Fitter to join our client's maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring they operate efficiently and safely. The role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise a broad range of technical skills within a dynamic environment, supporting the smooth operation of our client's fleet.

Duties

• Conduct routine inspections and diagnostic assessments on HGVs to identify faults or potential issues.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Interpret technical schematics and wiring diagrams to facilitate accurate repairs.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment to carry out repairs efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of work carried out and parts utilised for each vehicle.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in vehicle or equipment repair, preferably within heavy goods vehicle maintenance. IRTEC qualification preferable.
• Strong mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience is essential.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment used in vehicle maintenance.
• Experience with assembly, equipment repair, and general maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of operating heavy machinery such as excavators and forklifts is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping.
• LOLER experience is beneficial although not essential
• Being able to work within a team and communicate well with the transport team.

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Free on-site parking

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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