HGV Trailer Technician

NMS Recruit Ltd; Bubbenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide fleet management business in Coventry seeks an HGV Trailer Technician, offering over £50,000 including bonuses. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing trailers with a focus on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. The role features a 4 on 4 off shift pattern and the opportunity for additional training and overtime. Join a dedicated team aiming to excel in the industry.

Benefits

£2,000 welcome bonus

Life assurance

Refer a friend scheme (£1,000)

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Qualifications

• Qualification in Heavy Goods Maintenance or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of routine trailer repairs and servicing.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis.
• Experience preparing trailers for MOT testing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a fleet of trailers.
• Work with a fast-growing team in the fleet industry.

Skills

Heavy Goods Maintenance

Routine trailer repairs & servicing

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Hydraulic fault diagnosis

Preparation for MOT testing

Education

Qualification in Heavy Goods Maintenance

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Overview

HGV TRAILER TECHNICIAN — £50,000+ (including bonus). 1.5X OVERTIME. £2,000 WELCOME BONUS. DAYS OR NIGHTS — 4 ON 4 OFF. This role is with a nationwide fleet management business on a brand new, state-of-the-art site in Coventry. The company provides HGV maintenance and repair services for over 30 years and is trusted by some of the UK's largest commercial fleet operators to keep vehicles on the road.

The role focuses on maintenance and repair of a fleet of trailers for one of the country’s biggest logistics companies. We are seeking passionate people to join and help drive the business forwards as part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking team in the fleet industry.

Requirements

• Qualification in Heavy Goods Maintenance or experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of routine trailer repairs & servicing
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis
• Experience preparing trailers for MOT testing
• Have own basic tools, with larger equipment provided on site
• Exposure to elements of welding and metal working

Package

• £50,000+ earnings (including bonus)
• £2,000 welcome bonus
• Overtime paid 1.5x hourly rate with plenty available
• 4 on 4 off shift patterns
• Life assurance
• £1,000 refer a friend scheme
• Opportunity to complete training such as IRTEC, LOLER & BPW

If you’re an experienced HGV Technician looking for a new challenge at a business that can help push you to the next level in your career, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will reach out.

If you’re an automotive professional who doesn’t reach the exact requirements for this role, we’re confident that given our experience and contacts within the automotive/logistics sector, we can present you with alternative options. Please contact the team at NMS Recruit so we can work together to help find your next venture.

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