HGV Mechanic

ESPO Trading Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Nottingham is seeking two HGV Mechanics to maintain and repair a variety of vehicles. The position offers a competitive salary, a tool allowance, and generous holiday entitlement, alongside a secure pension and weekday working hours. The ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications in motor vehicle engineering and a passion for keeping essential services running smoothly. This role comes with opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.

Benefits

Tool allowance

Secure Local Government pension

34 days holiday rising to 41

Plenty of overtime

Central Nottingham location

Qualifications

• Level 3 City & Guilds in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent required.
• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C entitlement is essential.
• DVSA inspection & testing qualification needed.
• Willingness to train in Electric/Hybrid vehicles necessary.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair HGVs and other Council vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and safety checks.
• Carry out welding, fabrication, and body repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and accident-damaged vehicles.

Skills

Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering Level 3

Full UK Driving Licence Category C

Knowledge of pneumatics

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of 12/24v systems

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering

IMI Level 3 in Electric/Hybrid vehicles

Job description

Overview

We’re Hiring: 2 x HGV Mechanics – Nottingham City Council

• Salary: £36,363 – £39,152 per year (with guaranteed annual pay awards & progression)
• Hourly rate: Equivalent to £28.34 – £30.52 per hour
• Tool allowance: Plus £980 tool allowance (paid monthly)
• Hours: 37 hours per week plus overtime at time-and-a-half
• Working pattern: Monday–Friday only – no weekends, ever
• Holiday entitlement: 34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) – rising to 41 days after 5 years
• Pension: Secure Local Government pension
• Location: Nottingham City Centre location

Why Join Us?

At Nottingham City Council, your skills will directly help keep our city moving. While private sector salaries can appear higher, we offer benefits that truly set us apart:

• Monday–Friday only – evenings and weekends off
• Overtime – plenty of overtime at highly competitive rates
• Tool allowance – monthly allowance to cover your tool kit
• Pension – excellent, one of the best in the UK
• Leave entitlement – generous, more than most private garages
• Fleet variety – varied fleet from HGVs to electric and specialist vehicles
• Location – central Nottingham location, convenient and accessible

About the Role

As part of our Fleet Services team, you will maintain, repair, and inspect a wide range of vehicles, including:

• HGVs
• Light commercials
• Municipal vehicles
• Electric/hybrid models

Your work will ensure our city’s essential services operate safely and reliably.

Day-to-day

• Service and repair HGVs and other Council vehicles
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and safety checks
• Carry out welding, fabrication, and body repairs
• Respond to breakdowns and accident-damaged vehicles
• Maintain accurate records and high workshop standards

Guaranteed Interview – Minimum Criteria

We are looking for candidates with:

• Level 3 City & Guilds in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering (or equivalent)
• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C entitlement (Essential)
• DVSA inspection & testing qualification
• IMI Level 3 in Electric/Hybrid vehicles (or willingness to train)
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and 12/24v systems

(Experience with municipal/electric vehicles is desirable but not essential)

If you don’t reach all minimum criteria, but have experience as an HGV Mechanic, please do send in your CV.

Apply Now

If you’re safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to be part of a supportive team with a great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

For informal enquiries, contact Shane Staley, Fleet Manager, by telephone on 07792935496 or by email at [e-mail].

Closing Date: 31st December 2025

INTERVIEWS – ASAP and ongoing

Join our Fleet Services team and help keep Nottingham moving.

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