HGV Trailer Mechanic

Adore Recruitment Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Adore Recruitment Ltd and a established UK commercial vehicle business invite an experienced HGV Trailer Mechanic to join their Felixstowe operation. The role is hands-on, combining depot workshop work with occasional field repairs and a focus on safety and quality workmanship.

You will inspect, service, maintain and repair a wide range of trailers, diagnose faults and ensure vehicles are safe and compliant.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV/Trailer Mechanic.
• Ability to inspect and repair trailers to a high standard.
• Experience working in a workshop or field-based environment.
• Own tools essential.
• Strong focus on safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain trailers to MOT standards.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs and servicing.
• Work across multiple makes and types of HGV trailers.
• Complete predelivery inspections per company procedures.
• Occasionally perform field-based repairs when required.
• Complete job cards and paperwork accurately.
• Liaise with Depot Manager and workshop team.
• Work safely and maintain high workmanship standards.
• Use initiative while contributing to a team environment.

Skills

Trailer mechanic

Maintenance know-how

Commercial CV experience

Independent worker

Safety focus

Job description

HGV Trailer Mechanic

Heavy Commercial Vehicles - Workshop & Field-Based

Ipswich, Suffolk

Permanent Position

Competitive Salary

We're partnered with an established commercial vehicle business with a strong presence across the UK, supporting some of the country's leading distribution and logistics companies.

Due to continued demand, they're looking for an experienced HGV Trailer Mechanic to join their Felixstowe operation.

This is a hands-on role for someone who knows trailers inside out, takes pride in their workmanship and is comfortable working independently in a busy commercial vehicle environment.

The Role

You'll be responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of HGV trailers, working from a well-established depot workshop with occasional field-based repairs.

You'll be trusted to diagnose issues, carry out repairs to a high standard and ensure vehicles are safe, compliant and ready to go.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspecting and maintaining trailers to MOT standard
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs and servicing
• Working across multiple makes and types of HGV trailers
• Completing predelivery inspections in line with company procedures
• Carrying out occasional fieldbased repairs when required
• Completing job cards, paperwork and clock cards accurately
• Liaising with the Depot Manager and wider workshop team
• Working safely and maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Using your own initiative while contributing to a strong team environment

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an HGV / Trailer Mechanic
• Strong knowledge of trailer maintenance, servicing and repair
• Experience working within a commercial vehicle or transport environment
• Ability to inspect and repair trailers to a high standard
• Selfmotivated, reliable and able to work independently
• Strong focus on safety and customer service
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Own tools essential
• HGV licence advantageous but not essential

What's On Offer

• Permanent position with an established UK commercial vehicle business
• Competitive salary
• Varied, handson work across workshop and field environments
• Established team and supportive depot operation
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial trailers
• Longterm opportunity within a growing business

If you're an experienced Trailer Mechanic looking for a solid permanent opportunity in the Felixstowe area, we'd be interested in hearing from you.