HGV Trailer Mechanic — Training & Great Place to Work

TIP Group; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TIP Group in Coatbridge, Scotland, is seeking an experienced HGV Trailer Mechanic to join our workshop. You will inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair trailers, ensuring fleets stay road-ready and compliant with safety standards.

We value hands-on mechanical experience and a proactive safety mindset. Candidates with IRTEC or Heavy Vehicle Level 3 qualifications and a background in heavy vehicle repair will fit well; training and support are provided to keep fleets moving.

Qualifications

• Experience as a trailer mechanic or heavy vehicle technician.
• IRTEC certification desirable or working towards.
• Heavy Vehicle Level 3 qualification or time-served experience.
• Safety-first mindset and pride in quality of work.

Responsibilities

• Routine inspections, servicing, and PMI checks on HGV trailers.
• Diagnosing and repairing faults across braking, suspension, electrical, and bodywork systems.
• Keeping maintenance and repair work to DVSA/VOSA compliance standards.
• Recording work accurately and collaborating with the team to keep vehicles moving.

Skills

Trailer mechanic

HGV mechanic

Fitter

Heavy vehicle engineer

Education

Heavy Vehicle Level 3

IRTEC certification (desirable)

Job description

TIP Group in Coatbridge, Scotland, is seeking an experienced HGV Trailer Mechanic to join our workshop. You will inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair trailers, ensuring fleets stay road-ready and compliant with safety standards.

We value hands-on mechanical experience and a proactive safety mindset. Candidates with IRTEC or Heavy Vehicle Level 3 qualifications and a background in heavy vehicle repair will fit well; training and support are provided to keep fleets moving.