HGV Technician / Mechanic / Fitter

1four1 Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic / Fitter to join their team in Crawley. This role involves maintaining and repairing vehicles to DVSA standards, conducting inspections, and ensuring fleet reliability. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in commercial vehicle servicing. The position offers competitive weekly pay and benefits, including ongoing training opportunities and a company pension. Applicants should be proactive and able to work independently.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Company pension with 3% employer contribution

IRTEC training and accreditation

Clear promotion opportunities

Ongoing career development

Local gym discounts

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship trained in HGV repair.
• Experience in servicing and fault-finding on commercial vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body electrics and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles per DVSA and manufacturer standards.
• Perform inspections and complete service documentation.
• Attend roadside breakdowns with a breakdown van.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Independent working

Proactivity

Education

City & Guilds HGV Parts 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Our client is currently recruiting an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic / Fitter to join their team in Crawley.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Maintain and repair vehicles to DVSA and manufacturer standards
• Carry out inspections, servicing, MOT preparation, and complete service documentation
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and improve fleet reliability
• Diagnose faults using advanced diagnostic equipment, including auto-electrical systems
• Work on HGVs, LCVs, trailers and PSVs
• Attend roadside breakdowns using a company-provided breakdown van

Experience & Requirements

• Apprenticeship trained with City & Guilds HGV Parts 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience servicing, repairing and fault-finding on commercial vehicles
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body electrics, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• HGV Mechanic / Technician / Fitter experience required
• Experience within the waste management sector advantageous
• LGV Class C / HGV Class 2 licence desirable but not essential
• Ability to work independently, safely and competently in a physically demanding role
• Reliable, proactive and committed to delivering high standards of workmanship

Pay & Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Company pension with 3% employer contribution
• IRTEC training and accreditation
• Free manufacturer product training
• Free life insurance policy
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Clear promotion opportunities through internal recruitment
• Opportunity to upskill as a professional driver via an in-house Driver Training Academy
• Ongoing career development with formal qualifications and vocational certificates
• Free on-site parking
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
• Local gym discounts, including swimming pool access and classes
• On-Call plan;
• 1 week in every 3 weeks on call
• On-call allowance paid for carrying the phone
• Additional payments for call-out interventions

How to Apply

If you are an HGV Mechanic / Technician / Fitter and would like to apply, please make an application via this advert