HGV Test Driver and Fitter

Dennis Eagle UK; Warwick; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave plus Bank Hols

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Enhanced family leave policies

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance and Care Concierge

Job summary

Dennis Eagle UK is seeking an experienced HGV Test Driver & Fitter to join our Test and Development team in Warwick and MIRA Proving Ground. You will work hands‑on with diesel and electric vehicles, testing, developing and validating them before production.

You will perform practical fitting, diagnostics and fault‑finding, contributing to the development of our vehicles and ensuring rigorous test records and safety standards are maintained. The role combines driving with hands‑on mechanical work.

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV test driving and vehicle fitting.
• Familiarity with high‑voltage systems is advantageous.
• Good understanding of HGV mechanical subsystems (chassis, suspension, steering, braking).

Responsibilities

• Drive HGVs for development, validation and certification testing at proving grounds and on public roads.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks and maintain accurate test records.
• Test prototype and pre‑production vehicles and provide clear feedback.
• Diagnose faults and work with engineers to resolve issues.
• Install, modify and maintain mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components.
• Support vehicle instrumentation and test equipment setup.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, suppliers and external test organisations.
• Assist off‑site testing and development activities as required.

Skills

HGV test driving

Vehicle fitting

High-voltage systems

Diagnostics

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

City & Guilds HGV Mechanical qualification

Full UK HGV driving licence

Tools

Test equipment setup

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Role: HGV Test Driver & Fitter

Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE & MIRA Proving Ground, CV10 0TU

Hours: 37hpw, 06:30-16:00 Monday to Thursday

Hourly rate: up to £19.10 p/hrFancy using your HGV experience somewhere a little different?

Role: HGV Test Driver & Fitter Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE & MIRA Proving Ground, CV10 0TU Hours: 37hpw, 06:30-16:00 Monday to Thursday Hourly rate: up to £19.10 p/hr Fancy using your HGV experience somewhere a little different?

We’re looking for an experienced HGV Test Driver & Fitter to join our Test and Development team. You’ll get hands‑on with both diesel and electric vehicles, helping our engineers test, develop and validate vehicles before they make it into production. It’s a varied role combining specialist driving with practical vehicle fitting, diagnostics and fault‑finding, so you’ll see first‑hand how your work contributes to the development of our vehicles.

What you’ll be doing

• Driving HGVs for development, validation and certification testing at proving grounds and on public roads.
• Carrying out vehicle safety checks and maintaining accurate test records.
• Testing prototype and pre‑production vehicles and providing clear, objective feedback.
• Diagnosing faults and working alongside engineers to understand and resolve issues.
• Installing, modifying and maintaining mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components.
• Supporting vehicle instrumentation and test equipment setup.
• Working with engineers, technicians, suppliers and external test organisations.
• Supporting off‑site testing and development activities when required.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a strong understanding of HGVs, alongside practical vehicle fitting experience. For this role, you’ll need:

• Relevant experience in HGV test driving.
• Practical vehicle fitting experience.
• A full UK HGV driving licence.
• A City & Guilds HGV Mechanical qualification, or equivalent.
• Experience working with high‑voltage systems.
• Good knowledge of HGV mechanical systems including chassis, suspension, steering, braking and driveline components.
• Experience of vehicle diagnostics and fault‑finding.
• An understanding of safe vehicle operation and proving ground testing.
• A collaborative approach and clear communication skills.

Experience with hydraulic systems, vehicle development and validation, instrumentation or external test organisations such as MIRA or UTAC would be useful, but isn't essential.

A role where you can make an impact

This is an opportunity to take your HGV experience beyond day‑to‑day driving or maintenance. You’ll work closely with our engineering teams, helping investigate issues, trial solutions and contribute to the development of both diesel and electric vehicles. The role also includes occasional overseas travel and working at supplier or customer sites when required.

If you enjoy getting hands‑on with vehicles, solving technical problems and want to play a part in developing what comes next, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you'd like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role‑specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
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