HGV Mechanic/Technician

Premier Work Support; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Kirklees is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic/Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and maintaining LGV/HGV vehicles to ensure roadworthiness while adhering to DVSA standards. Ideal candidates should have strong mechanical skills, NVQ Level 3 in HGV Mechanics, and ideally hold an IRTEC Certification. This position offers a competitive benefits package including enhanced pension and company events.

Benefits

Enhanced pension

Long service award

Company events

Life cover

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• HGV Class 1 or 2 License (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose LGV/HGV vehicles to DVSA standards.
• Conduct thorough inspections and routine maintenance.
• Attend and respond to out of hours breakdowns.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Experience with diagnostic tools

Proactive problem solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in HGV Mechanics

IRTEC Certification

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HGV Mechanic/Technician to join our established client at their West Yorkshire Site.

Responsibilities

• Inspection and diagnosis of LGV/HGV vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards to ensure they are safe, legal and roadworthy at all times
• Conduct thorough inspections
• PMIs
• Routine maintenance
• Oil changes, filter replacements and tyre rotations
• Service vehicles and trainers
• Attend and respond to out of hours breakdowns as part of a rota
• Health and safety regulations
• Aim for 100% MOT pass rate on presented vehicles
• Any other ad hoc duties as and when requested

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience with diagnostic tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Proactive problem solving skills
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in HGV Mechanics
• IRTEC Certification
• HGV Class 1 or 2 License (desirable)

Hours and Benefits

Hours are 40 per week between 05:00 to 17:00 with a proposed #removed# as standard

Benefits include:

• Enhanced pension
• Long service award
• Company events
• Life cover

If you have the skills and ability for this role, do not delay, apply today