HGV / Vehicle Mechanics

Quest Employment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Up to 10% bonus

Temporary ongoing contract

Public-sector fleet

Job summary

Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established public-sector organisation for an experienced HGV/Vehicle Mechanic to join their busy vehicle maintenance operation in Croft, Leicester.

This role involves maintaining, servicing and repairing a varied fleet of vehicles with a salary of £31,000-£33,000 plus up to 10% bonus and weekly pay. Core hours and a temporary ongoing contract are provided.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 vehicle maintenance qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ or IMI).
• Experience as HGV/LGV or fleet mechanic essential.
• Experience with 7.5-tonne and commercial/public-sector vehicles advantageous.
• HGV/LGV driving licence desirable but not essential unless required for the role.
• IRTEC qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs efficiently.
• Working on HGVs, 7.5-tonne vehicles and other commercial/council vehicles.
• Inspecting vehicles to identify defects and safety issues.
• Carrying out mechanical repairs and component replacements.
• Using diagnostic equipment and mechanical tools as needed.
• Completing maintenance records and relevant vehicle documentation.
• Ensuring all work meets health and safety standards.
• Supporting the workshop team to maintain fleet availability.

Skills

Diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Fleet maintenance

Safety compliance

Independent working

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

IMI Level 3 or equivalent automotive/HGV maintenance qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Mechanical tools

Job description

HGV / Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Croft, Leicester, LE9

Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 per annum + up to 10% bonus, depending on experience

Contract: Temporary ongoing

Hours: Full time – core working hours

Pay: Weekly pay via Quest Employment

Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established public-sector organisation for experienced HGV / Vehicle Mechanics to join their busy vehicle maintenance operation in Croft, Leicester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified mechanic with experience working on HGVs, 7.5-tonne vehicles, commercial vehicles or a range of council/public-service vehicles.

The Role

As a Vehicle Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a varied fleet of vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and compliant with relevant standards.

Your duties will include:

• Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs efficiently.
• Working on HGVs, 7.5-tonne vehicles and other commercial/council vehicles.
• Inspecting vehicles to identify defects and safety issues.
• Carrying out mechanical repairs and component replacements.
• Using diagnostic equipment and mechanical tools where required.
• Completing maintenance records and relevant vehicle documentation.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the wider workshop team to maintain fleet availability.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Candidates must have a relevant recognised vehicle maintenance qualification, ideally at Level 3 or equivalent, such as:

• City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• IMI Level 3 or equivalent automotive/HGV maintenance qualification

Previous experience as an HGV, LGV, commercial vehicle or fleet mechanic is essential.

Experience working on 7.5-tonne vehicles, HGVs, commercial vehicles or public-sector/council fleets would be highly advantageous.

A relevant HGV/LGV driving licence would be desirable but is not essential unless required for the specific duties of the role.

Additional industry-recognised qualifications or accreditations, such as IRTEC, would be advantageous.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for mechanics who are:

• Fully qualified and confident working independently.
• Experienced in diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
• Comfortable working across a varied commercial vehicle fleet.
• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining high standards.
• Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Able to work to deadlines in a busy workshop environment.

What's on Offer?

• £31,000 - £33,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Up to 10% bonus, based on experience/level.
• Temporary ongoing contract with full-time hours.
• Core working hours.
• Based in Croft, Leicester, LE9.
• Weekly pay through Quest Employment.
• The opportunity to work within an established public-sector fleet operation.