HGV Fitter

Smart Search Technical Ltd; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Search Technical Ltd in Nuneaton is seeking an experienced HGV Fitter to join our maintenance team. You will service, maintain and repair HGV/LGV vehicles and associated equipment, and prepare them for annual testing.

The role requires hands-on fault finding, roadworthiness checks and accurate maintenance records. IRTEC certification is essential, with NVQ or equivalent qualifications preferred; HGV license is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• IRTEC certification is essential.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical faults on HGVs/LGVs.
• NVQ or equivalent mechanical qualification preferred, but not essential.
• HGV licence advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair HGV/LGV vehicles and associated equipment
• Carry out routine maintenance and annual test preparation
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely
• Inspect vehicles and identify defects or required repairs
• Carry out road tests and safety checks where required
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and paperwork
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to the required legal and safety standards
• Work on a range of specialist equipment and ancillary machinery
• Support the wider maintenance operation when required
• Follow company Health & Safety and environmental procedures

Skills

HGV/LGV experience

Fault diagnosis

IRTEC certification

Safe loading equipment

NVQ/mechanical qualification

HGV licence

Independent work

Flexible hours

Education

NVQ/Mechanical qualification

Job description

HGV FITTER

Location: Nuneaton

Salary: £16.00 – £20.00 per hour

Hours: 7:30am – 5:00pm | Minimum 45 hours per week

Permanent | Full Time

An established business is looking for an experienced HGV Fitter to join its maintenance team, responsible for keeping a fleet of HGV/LGV vehicles and associated equipment safe, reliable and roadworthy.

This is a hands‑on role covering servicing, maintenance, fault‑finding and repairs, along with preparing vehicles for annual testing and carrying out roadworthiness checks.

The Role

• Service, maintain and repair HGV/LGV vehicles and associated equipment
• Carry out routine maintenance and annual test preparation
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely
• Inspect vehicles and identify defects or required repairs
• Carry out road tests and safety checks where required
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and paperwork
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to the required legal and safety standards
• Work on a range of specialist equipment and ancillary machinery
• Support the wider maintenance operation when required
• Follow company Health & Safety and environmental procedures

About You

• Strong hands‑on experience working with HGVs/LGVs
• Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance, servicing and repair
• Experience diagnosing mechanical faults
• IRTEC certification – essential
• Knowledge of safe loading equipment/devices
• NVQ or relevant mechanical qualification preferred, but not essential
• HGV licence advantageous but not essential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Flexible approach to working hours when required

Package

• £16.00 – £20.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Minimum 45 hours per week
• 7:30am – 5:00pm
• Permanent position
• Stable long‑term opportunity
• Varied HGV and specialist equipment work

If you're an experienced HGV Fitter with IRTEC certification and are looking for a stable, hands‑on position with strong earning potential,