HGV Technician

TECHNICAL PLACEMENTS LIMITED; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension: 4% Employee Contribution, 7%

Holidays: 25 days rising to 28 + 8 BH

Sick pay: 4 weeks CSP rising to 8

Life assurance: 4x salary

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

TECHNICAL PLACEMENTS LIMITED in Stockport is seeking HGV Mechanics / Mechanical Fitter Technicians for a day shift role within a global defence business, building and supplying Military Vehicles to the British Army. The team-based environment emphasises safety and quality while supporting career development.

The role offers overtime, pension contributions, generous holidays, sick pay, life assurance, cycle-to-work, free parking, and a wellbeing programme with events and weekly fresh fruit.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV Mechanic or Mechanical/Electrical Fitter.
• Certifications in HGV mechanics or electrical qualifications.
• Desirable Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance diploma.

Responsibilities

• Final assembly of armoured vehicles and sub-assemblies.
• Fault-finding, diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Interpret technical drawings and operating instructions.
• Diagnose hydraulic, pneumatic and software-related issues.
• Use diagnostic systems and update SAP records.
• Complete tasks to deadlines and maintain housekeeping.
• Order required parts and equipment.
• Support training and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Collaborate with other departments; travel occasionally.

Skills

HGV Mechanic

Mechanical fitter

Electrical fitter

Fault finding

Reading diagrams

Education

City and Guilds HGV Mechanic Certification

NVQ or relevant Electrical Qualification

Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

SAP

Job description

HGV Mechanics / Mechanical Fitter Technicians / Electrical Fitters required in Stockport. Due to business growth, this is an outstanding opportunity to join part of a global business operating in the defence industry, building and supplying Military Vehicles to the British Army.

Working within a team of technicians responsible for the assembly process of the Boxer, working in line with the companys procedures to specific Health and Safety guidelines. The role is currently a day shift, however, production demand may require the flexibility of the post holder to work alternative shift patterns.

£38,400 + overtime, great career prospects and benefits to include:

• Monday to Thursday: 0700-1530. Friday: 0700-1200 (potential for additional shifts)
• Pension: 4% Employee Contribution, 7% Employer Contribution
• Holidays: 25 days (rising to 28 with service) plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Sick pay: 4 weeks CSP (rising to 8 weeks with service)
• Life assurance scheme: 4x Annual Salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free unreserved on-site parking
• Wellbeing programme: events, weekly free fresh fruits etc

Experience to support your Mechanic / Fitter application:

• Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic / Mechanical or Electrical Fitter
• HGV Mechanic Certification City and Guilds / NVQ or relevant Electrical Qualification
• Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (desirable)
• Vehicle assembly or maintenance experience
• Understanding of technical documents
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Knowledge of production processes and procedures
• Understanding of quality, safety, and environmental systems and processes
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations

Mechanic / Fitter main responsibilities:

• Final assembly of armoured vehicles and sub-assemblies
• Fault-finding, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs
• Interpret technical drawings and operating instructions
• Diagnose hydraulic, pneumatic, and software-related issues
• Use diagnostic systems and update work records in SAP
• Complete tasks to deadlines and maintain housekeeping standards
• Order required parts and equipment
• Support training and knowledge sharing across teams
• Collaborate with other departments as required
• Attend additional training, including occasional overseas travel when needed

Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications will be considered. The client is part of the Armed Forces Covenant achieving their Silver Award in 2020 and Gold Award in 2024. We actively support and encourage service leavers, reservists and cadets to join the team, recognising military skills and qualifications in the recruitment and selection process.

This is a pivotal opportunity to develop the operations and manufacturing teams of this growing business.