HGV Mechanic

Auto Skills UK

Leicester Forest East

On-site

GBP 53,000 - 57,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance - 3x annual salary

Birthday leave

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Learning and development opportunities

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy workshop in Leicestershire. The role involves fault finding, servicing, and repairs across a range of HGVs, trailers and specialist equipment, with a focus on hands-on diagnostics and variety.

The candidate will carry out inspections, maintenance and MOT preparation, working 47.5 hours per week, with early or late shifts and overtime opportunities. IRTEC certification preferred.

Qualifications

4+ years' practical HGV and/or plant mechanical experience.
Experience working across multi-brand commercial vehicles.
IRTEC certification.
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

Carry out 6-weekly vehicle and trailer inspections and servicing.
Complete preventative maintenance and MOT preparation.
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using Jaltest diagnostics.
Repair and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, AdBlue, ABS and electrical components.
Diagnose and attend breakdowns by telephone, roadside and on customer sites.
Follow company health, safety and workshop procedures.

Skills

HGV experience

Multi-brand vehicles

Fault-finding

Team player

Education

IRTEC certification

Tools

Jaltest diagnostics

Job description

HGV TECHNICIAN

Location: Leicestershire

Salary: £21.46-£23.00 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: 47.5 hours per week

Working Week: Monday-Friday | Early or Late Shift

Overtime: Available

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Looking for a HGV Technician role with variety?

We're looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic to join a busy workshop environment working across a diverse range of HGVs, trailers and specialist equipment.

This is a hands-on role suited to a skilled, practical Technician who enjoys fault finding, repairs and working across different vehicle types rather than doing the same job every day.

What You'll Be Working On

HGV chassis cabs: DAF, Volvo and Renault
Hook lift vehicles
Tankers
Curtainsider trailers
Hook lift / RORO equipment

The Role

Carry out 6-weekly vehicle and trailer inspections and servicing
Complete preventative maintenance and MOT preparation
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using Jaltest diagnostics
Repair and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, AdBlue, ABS and electrical components
Diagnose and attend breakdowns by telephone, roadside and on customer sites
Work with hydraulic systems and hook lift equipment
Maintain accurate inspection sheets, job cards and parts records
Communicate effectively regarding repairs, parts and timescales
Follow company health, safety and workshop procedures

About You

4+ years' practical HGV and/or plant mechanical experience
Experience working across multi-brand commercial vehicles
IRTEC certification
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
A reliable, hands-on approach and good attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Desirable

6+ years' experience, welding/fabrication, hydraulics, hook lift/RORO equipment and knowledge of LOLER requirements.

Hours & Flexibility

47.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, including unpaid lunch breaks.

Early or late shifts are available and working hours are negotiable, making this an opportunity worth discussing if you're looking for some flexibility around your start and finish times.

What's on Offer?