HGV Mechanic - Contract

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS Recruit are seeking experienced HGV Technicians for contract opportunities across London. The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing heavy commercial vehicles with immediate or ASAP start and full-time hours.

Key duties include routine servicing, inspections, fault diagnosis, repairing engines, gearboxes, brakes and suspensions, using diagnostic equipment and preparing vehicles for MOT. Applicants should hold NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, have

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Experience as HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic in commercial vehicles.
• Ability to diagnose faults and use diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain a range of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Repair engines, gearboxes, braking and suspension systems.
• Use vehicle diagnostic equipment to assess issues.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and complete maintenance records.
• Attend to breakdowns as required.

Skills

Strong diagnostic ability

Fault-finding

Experience with modern commercial vech

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

HGV Technician Contractor - London

Rate: £33P/H

Hours: Full-time, various shifts available

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

NMS Recruit are currently looking for experienced HGV Technicians / HGV Mechanics for contract opportunities with commercial vehicle operators across London.

We are looking to speak with qualified and experienced technicians who are available for immediate or upcoming contract assignments.

The Role

As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a range of heavy commercial vehicles.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Routine servicing and preventative maintenance
• Carrying out inspections in line with maintenance schedules
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Repairing engines, gearboxes, braking and suspension systems
• Working with vehicle diagnostic equipment
• Preparing vehicles for MOT
• Rectifying defects identified during inspections
• Attending to breakdowns where required
• Completing maintenance and repair documentation
• Ensuring all work meets DVSA and operator standards

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Experience working with modern commercial vehicles
• Own tools where required
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Good understanding of vehicle inspection and maintenance standards
• An HGV driving licence is advantageous but not essential.

What's Available

• Competitive contractor rates
• Ongoing contract assignments
• Full-time hours
• Day, late and night shifts potentially available
• Opportunities across London
• Immediate starts available for suitable technicians