HGV Mechanic & Fleet Maintenance Technician (Training)

Kemp Recruitment Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

On site parking

Training for HGV license and Irtec

Pensions

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Kemp Recruitment Limited is recruiting a skilled HGV Mechanic in Gateshead. You will service, inspect, and repair heavy vehicles and trailers, following maintenance schedules and safety standards.

The role involves ensuring fleet availability and accuracy of service records to support reliable operations. The ideal candidate holds City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in heavy vehicle maintenance, has strong knowledge of HGVs, and may hold an HGV Class 1 licence.

Qualifications

• Fully skilled with industry recognised qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3) in heavy vehicle service, maintenance and repair.
• In-depth knowledge of HGVs and trailers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties in line with safety and maintenance procedures.
• Cooperate with VMU shift Co-ordinator / FLM and Logistics to ensure vehicle availability.
• Achieve shift KPIs through efficient work.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and flag noncompliance.
• Maintain assets according to Company and VOSA standards.
• Liaise with Transport and Logistics about vehicle availability.
• Utilise subcontractors effectively.
• Carry out other VMU duties as required.

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

HGV knowledge

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in heavy vehicle service, maintenance and repair

Job description

Kemp Recruitment Limited is recruiting a skilled HGV Mechanic in Gateshead. You will service, inspect, and repair heavy vehicles and trailers, following maintenance schedules and safety standards.

The role involves ensuring fleet availability and accuracy of service records to support reliable operations. The ideal candidate holds City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in heavy vehicle maintenance, has strong knowledge of HGVs, and may hold an HGV Class 1 licence.