HGV Mechanic

Veolia; Wirksworth CP; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility in livestock bedding is looking for a skilled technician to repair and maintain HGVs and trailers. The role involves trailer inspections, fault finding, and hydraulic works. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics. Join a company committed to employee support and development, with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries

Health support resources

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics and experience.
• Good awareness of safe working practices / Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain a fleet of HGVs and trailers.
• Carry out trailer inspections and repairs.
• Perform PPM and fault finding on HGV/LGV units.

Skills

HGV Motor Mechanics

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics

Job description

Overview

Location: Solihull, B92 0LP

This facility is one of the largest livestock bedding suppliers in the country with over 40 years of experience in producing and supplying a range of high-quality animal bedding.

Salary: £46,000 basic plus regular overtime and including the alternative Saturdays = up to £64,000

Hours: 45 hours per week

Typical pattern: Monday to Friday 7.30am – 5.00pm; Alternative Saturdays 7am – 12pm (paid at £23.20ph); Occasional Sundays and bank holidays when needed (paid at £27.84ph). Exclusive use of Company van.

This position is part of Veolia’s workforce and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

What we can offer you

• 20 days of annual leave increasing by one day per year after 2 years service to a maximum of 25 days
• Access to our pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on groceries to well known retailers
• Resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you will do

You will be working alongside other technicians to repair and maintain a fleet of HGVs and trailers, working out of the vehicle maintenance workshop.

Duties:

• Trailer inspections and repairs
• Carry out PPM and/or fault finding on HGV/LGV units and trailers
• Moffat inspections and repairs
• Hydraulic works on multiple types of units / trailers
• Electrical works on multiple types of units / trailers
• Work on bespoke "blower" trailers (including blowing equipment)
• Fault-finding and brake testing/braking systems
• Pre LOLER inspections to fleet, where applicable
• Some aspects of welding and fabricating
• Attend off-site breakdowns

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics and experience
• Good awareness of safe working practices / Health & Safety

Desirable:

• IRTEK qualification
• HGV licence
• Autoelectric qualification
• Hydraulic qualification or experience

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We are proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row. This accolade demonstrates our commitment to our people and working at Veolia.

We are committed to supporting you throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please let us know.

We are committed to ensuring all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Posting End Date: 25-06-2025