HGV Technician

Alecto Recruitment; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Workshop HGV Mechanic in Scunthorpe. The role offers an annual salary of £43,000 plus benefits, with overtime available. You will be working in a fully equipped workshop, focusing on servicing and repairing HGV trailers and vehicles. Ideal candidates should have experience in mechanical positions and relevant qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance. You'll enjoy a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, allowing for a good work-life balance.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Experience in a trailer or HGV mechanical position is required.
• Must hold relevant qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• A full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGV trailers and vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Perform pre-MOT inspections and keep everything DVSA compliant.
• Work on braking systems, suspension, lighting, hydraulics and other trailer components.
• Keep accurate records of repairs and inspections.
• Follow health and safety regulations and maintain a tidy workshop.

Skills

Experience in a trailer or HGV mechanical position

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Workshop HGV Mechanic

Scunthorpe

£43,000 + benefits

Earn £43,000 annual salary (overtime paid on top) fixing HGVs on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern that gives you extended time off to do what you want. Whether that's more rest, more projects, or more time with the people that matter.

You’ll work in a clean, well‑equipped workshop where you can focus on doing a proper job without wasting time. You’ll also get ongoing training to help you stay sharp and move forward, not stuck in the same routine.

With regular work on trailers and HGVs, you’ll build hands‑on expertise across braking systems, hydraulics, suspension and more. That kind of variety keeps things interesting and makes you the go‑to expert.

What you’ll do

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGV trailers and vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
• Perform pre‑MOT inspections and keep everything DVSA compliant
• Work on braking systems, suspension, lighting, hydraulics and other trailer components
• Keep accurate records of repairs and inspections
• Follow health and safety regulations and maintain a tidy workshop

What you’ll need

• Experience in a trailer or HGV mechanical position
• Relevant qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• A full UK driving licence

About the company

They employ over 170 people across the UK. They handle maintenance and logistics for commercial vehicles and trailers, making sure everything stays on the move and meets the right standards.

They run a fully equipped workshop in Scunthorpe where you’ll be part of a team that keeps HGVs road‑ready and compliant. It’s a steady setup with regular work and the chance to keep building your skills while earning a solid wage.

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