HGV Trailer Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Goole; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life assurance (3x salary)

Holiday entitlement 23+ days + bank

Training opportunities

Referral scheme

Modern workshop facilities

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is seeking an experienced HGV Trailer Technician in Goole to join a modern workshop team. You will service, inspect and repair trailers, diagnosing complex faults and maintaining safety standards.

The role offers competitive pay, private healthcare option, pension, and ongoing training to develop your technical skills in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HGV Trailer Technician or similar heavy vehicle maintenance role.
• Familiar with EBS diagnostics (Knorr Bremse, Haldex, WABCO).
• Welding and axle know-how (BPW, SAF, JOST) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, and repair HGV trailers to safety standards.
• Diagnose and fix faults including EBS systems.
• Complete compliance documentation accurately.

Skills

HGV trailer tech

EBS diagnostics

Brakes & axles

Education

City & Guilds / NVQs in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Are you an experienced HGV Trailer Technician seeking a new opportunity within a reputable company in Goole? Our client, a leading provider of transport solutions, is looking to recruit a skilled HGV Trailer Technician to join their modern workshop team. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to develop your skills within a professional environment.

Benefits as a HGV Trailer Technician:

• - Up to £38,000 per annum salary
• - Private healthcare cover for you (option to include family members)
• - Company pension scheme and life assurance (3x salary)
• - 23+ days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days
• - Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• - Ongoing industry-specific courses (IRTEC, BPW, SAF axle/brake)
• - Referral scheme for introducing new talent
• - Modern workshop facilities and a supportive team environment

Duties:

• - Servicing, inspecting, and repairing HGV trailers to meet safety and compliance standards
• - Diagnosing and fixing faults, including complex EBS system issues (HALDEX, WABCO, KNORR BREMSE)
• - Completing detailed compliance documentation accurately and efficiently
• - Adhering to all health and safety procedures
• - Participating in ongoing training to maintain and enhance technical skills
• - Assisting with routine maintenance tasks such as wheel checks, brake adjustments, and axle servicing
• - Supporting the team in maintaining a high standard of workshop operations

Requirements as a HGV Trailer Technician:

• - Proven experience working as an HGV Trailer Technician or in a similar heavy vehicle maintenance role
• - Relevant industry qualifications, such as City & Guilds or NVQs in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• - Experience with semi-trailers, trailer diagnostics, or heavy vehicle systems
• - Knowledge of EBS diagnostics (Knorr Bremse, Haldex, WABCO) is highly desirable
• - Welding skills and axle manufacturer experience (BPW, SAF, JOST) are advantageous
• - Familiarity with tail lift and double-deck trailer maintenance
• - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards