HGV Mechanic & Fleet Maintenance Specialist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is advertising a 3-month contract for an HGV Mechanic to maintain and repair the Council's fleet. The role covers vehicles across depots to ensure safety, DVSA compliance and high workmanship.

You will perform planned maintenance, inspections and repairs, diagnose faults, and prepare vehicles for MOTs. Welding may be required; you must meet DVSA standards and possess Level 3 qualifications.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent.
• Qualified to DVSA/HGV inspection standards.
• MOT Nominated Tester qualification (Class 4, 5 and 7).
• Experience maintaining, inspecting and repairing HGVs, light commercial vehicles and plant.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs on HGVs and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections and ensure DVSA compliance.
• Complete welding and bodywork repairs as required.
• Respond to breakdowns and repair on-site or at depots.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using fleet management systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver an effective maintenance programme.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to service safely and promptly.
• Maintain workshop housekeeping and safety standards.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and risk assessments.

Skills

HGV maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Welding (MIG/Gas/Electric)

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering

Tools

MIG welding

Gas welding

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is advertising a 3-month contract for an HGV Mechanic to maintain and repair the Council's fleet. The role covers vehicles across depots to ensure safety, DVSA compliance and high workmanship.

You will perform planned maintenance, inspections and repairs, diagnose faults, and prepare vehicles for MOTs. Welding may be required; you must meet DVSA standards and possess Level 3 qualifications.