HGV Mechanics

Forces Recruitment Solutions Group Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment company is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic in Northeast London to maintain and repair a large fleet of vehicles. Candidates must have a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Mechanics, a full UK driving license, and strong mechanical skills including hydraulic and electrical diagnostics. The position offers a starting salary of GBP40,000 plus overtime potential, alongside benefits such as a pension scheme and generous holiday.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Sick pay

26 days holiday + 8 public holidays

Overtime availability

Excellent working environment

Qualifications

• Time served mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent required.
• Experience working on various sizes of vehicles preferred.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, and safety systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair a large fleet of vehicles and machinery.
• Perform electrical diagnosis and repair faults.
• Accurately record and update any logs and records.
• Ensure the work area is clean and safe.
• Adhere to health and safety policies.
• Carry out additional reasonable duties as requested.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Mechanics or similar

Job description

Our client in Northeast London is seeking HGV Mechanics to maintain and repair a large range of vehicles and machinery of varying sizes. The HGV Mechanic will require a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Mechanics or similar, and is experienced in diagnosing and repairing systems such as hydraulics, electrical diagnostics, and sensor/safety systems. The HGV Mechanic will also have a full UK driving licence, abe ble to work under pressure, and can work well with others.

Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, service and repair a large fleet of vehicles and machinery of varying sizes
• Perform electrical diagnosis and repair any faults
• Accurately record and update any logs and records
• Make sure the area is clean and safe
• Adhere to any health and safety policies and procedures
• Carry out other duties that might be reasonably requested

Knowledge, skills and qualifications:

Essential:

• Time served mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent
• Experience working on variety of different sized vehicles
• Have a full UK driving licence
• Have strong working knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics and repair, and sensor or safety systems
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Salary: GBP40,000 + OT (OTE GBP44,000)

Benefits: Pension scheme, sick pay, 26 days hols + 8, overtime, excellent working environment