HGV Mechanic

TXM Recruit; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental company in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic for their Cookstown Depot. The role involves maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of heavy goods vehicles, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in HGV mechanics, strong mechanical skills, and a valid driving licence. This position offers competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV mechanic or similar role.
• Experience within the truck and trailer industry is essential.
• Must hold a full, valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of HGVs.
• Diagnose and rectify faults using diagnostic software and workshop tools.
• Work closely with the Stores team to source and fit required parts.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Repair of diesel engines

Use of diagnostic equipment

Mechanical and problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant mechanic qualification

Job description

Overview

HGV Mechanic - Cookstown Depot

Location: Cookstown

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm, Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, Saturday (rotational) 7:45am-12:30pm

Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

About the Role

My client is looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Mechanic to join our team in Cookstown. You\'ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing our diverse fleet of heavy goods vehicles — including low loaders, HIAB cranes, tractor units, and rigid trucks — ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of one of the UK and Ireland\'s leading equipment rental companies, we\'d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of HGVs.
• Diagnose and rectify faults using diagnostic software and workshop tools.
• Work closely with the Stores team to source and fit required parts.
• Maintain accurate job sheets and service records.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Attend occasional roadside breakdowns when required.
• Ensure all work complies with company health, safety, and quality standards.

About You

• Proven experience as an HGV mechanic or similar role.
• Skilled in fault diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of diesel engines.
• Confident using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Experience within the truck and trailer industry is essential.
• A relevant mechanic qualification is desirable.
• Welding ability is an advantage.
• Must hold a full, valid driving licence.

Why Join Them?

They take pride in our people, our work, and our customers. With over 35 years in the equipment rental industry, they\'ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and a “whatever it takes” attitude. They value our core principles — Positivity, Responsibility, Integrity, Determination, and Energy — and look for team members who share them