HGV Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in generator hire and power solutions is seeking an experienced LGV Fitter to join their Transport Department. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet, ensuring safety and compliance while contributing to quality improvements. Opportunities for career progression and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

23 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare and life assurance

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 (C + E) Driving Licence required.
• Proven experience as an LGV fitter is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs to fleet vehicles and mechanical handling equipment.
• Attend breakdowns and participate in call-out rota.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Health & Safety compliance

Education

City & Guilds Parts I & II

Job description

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Reports to: Garage Foreman & Transport Manager

Location: Bristol

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client operating in the generator hire and power solutions industry. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced LGV Fitter to join a busy and fast-paced Transport Department, maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment.

The successful candidate will play a key role within the garage team, ensuring the safe and effective maintenance of LGVs, vans, land rovers, trailers, and mechanical handling equipment. The role includes attending breakdowns and participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, for which an additional allowance is provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs to fleet vehicles and mechanical handling equipment
• Service and maintain generator and fleet trailers
• Source and purchase vehicle parts while keeping costs controlled
• Attend breakdowns as required
• Maintain accurate service records to comply with Operator Licence standards
• Deliver and collect generators and equipment using company vehicles
• Provide general yard support including loading and offloading equipment
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and general housekeeping standards
• Contribute to ongoing quality and process improvements

Skills & Experience Required

• ESSENTIAL:
• HGV Class 1 (C + E) Driving Licence
• Relevant vehicle maintenance qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Parts I & II or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a similar LGV fitter role
• Digital Tachograph Card
• DESIRABLE:
• Driver CPC Training
• ADR Licence
• Lorry Loader Certification

Benefits Include:

• 23 days holiday per year (increasing with service), plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Excellent development and career progression opportunities

Additional Information

This role requires a DBS check and satisfactory references. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.