HGV Trailer Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £38,000

Overtime pay

Pension

Training & development

Career progression

Awards & discounts

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is seeking an experienced HGV Trailer Technician to join a busy workshop in Coatbridge, Scotland. You will service, repair and inspect HGV trailers, including tail lifts and curtain siders, with an emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualified candidates will have Level 2/3 Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent, plus experience with trailers. A driving licence is advantageous but not essential; the role offers a competitive salary with overtime and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Trailer Technician or in a similar role.
• Experience with trailers including tail lifts and curtain siders.
• HGV driving licence advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing, and maintaining HGV trailers, including tail lifts and curtain siders.
• Diagnosing faults accurately and efficiently.
• Conducting routine inspections and safety checks on trailers.
• Managing workload in a fast-paced workshop environment.
• Planning and prioritising repair tasks effectively.
• Ensuring work is completed to a high standard of quality and compliance.
• Maintaining records of work carried out.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2/3 Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

HGV Trailer Technician Vacancy in Coatbridge, Scotland!

We are working with a leading commercial vehicle servicing company seeking an experienced HGV Trailer Technician to join their workshop team in Coatbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals looking to further their career within a reputable and expanding organisation.

Our client offers a variety of benefits, including a competitive salary package, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities. This vacancy is ideal for individuals with relevant experience and qualifications in trailer and HGV vehicle maintenance.

Benefits for the successful HGV Trailer Technician:

• Basic salary up to £38,000, dependent on experience
• Uncapped overtime earnings, paid at time and a half, with potential to earn over £45,000
• Company pension scheme with enhanced contribution options
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Supportive management structure
• Additional company awards, discounts, and assistance schemes

Duties of the HGV Trailer Technician:

• Servicing, repairing, and maintaining HGV trailers, including tail lifts and curtain siders
• Diagnosing faults accurately and efficiently
• Conducting routine inspections and safety checks on trailers
• Managing workload in a fast-paced environment with efficiency
• Planning and prioritising repair tasks effectively
• Ensuring work is completed to a high standard of quality and compliance
• Maintaining records of work carried out

Requirements of the HGV Trailer Technician:

• Proven experience as an HGV Trailer Technician or in a similar role
• Experience working with trailers, including tail lifts and curtain siders
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent
• HGV driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy workshop environment