Hgv Mechanic

Baxter Technical Limited; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected coach operator in Weston-super-Mare is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic to join their fleet maintenance team. This full-time role involves performing inspections, servicing, and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and diagnosing faults. Ideal candidates will have relevant vehicle maintenance experience and a valid UK driving licence. The company offers competitive salary, pension, and support for training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Free or subsidised coach travel

Free on-site parking

Support with training and licence acquisition

Qualifications

• Essential relevant experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Valid UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to obtain a Category D (coach) licence.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, servicing, and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and legal requirements.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintain accurate job records.
• Collaborate with operations for maintenance needs.

Skills

Relevant experience in PSV, HGV, or Light Vehicle maintenance

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Repair systems

Job description

Overview

HGV Mechanic - Coach & Fleet Maintenance
Location: Weston-super-Mare, Somerset
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hours) + Overtime & Weekend Availability

The Opportunity
A long-established and highly respected coach operator in the South West is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic to join its fleet maintenance team. With a modern, award-winning fleet and a focus on providing high-quality transport services for UK and continental holidays, theatre trips, and excursions, this is a chance to become part of a professional and supportive engineering department.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and repairs to a high standard
• Ensure compliance with all safety, legal, and O Licence requirements
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using manual and diagnostic tools
• Complete accurate job records using the Fleet Management System
• Collaborate with operations to address maintenance needs promptly
• Identify required parts and assist with stock control and ordering
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
• Stay informed on technical updates and participate in training as needed

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in PSV, HGV, or Light Vehicle maintenance (essential)
• Valid UK driving licence
• Willingness to work towards a Category D (coach) licence if not already held
• Good communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
• Competence with diagnostic tools and repair systems
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail

What's Offered

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised coach travel
• Free on-site parking
• Support with training and licence acquisition

Location: On-site - Weston-super-Mare - Some travel may be involved

If you're a skilled vehicle engineer with a passion for quality and safety, and you're looking to join a stable and customer-focused transport business, apply today