HGV Yard Technician – Fleet Maintenance Pro

DPD UK; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity

4x salary life assurance on joining

Job summary

DPD UK is recruiting a Yard Technician to inspect, service, maintain and repair our large vehicle fleet. You will report to the VMU Manager and ensure DVSA compliance, minimise downtime and keep records up to date.

The role operates in a time-critical parcel environment with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults across about 1500 tractors and 3000 trailers, working with a skilled team in a busy workshop with modern diagnostic

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy vehicle maintenance and repair
• Ability to read technical manuals and diagnostic reports
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Team player who can work independently under pressure

Responsibilities

• Perform routine safety inspections in line with DVSA requirements
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults
• Carry out repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension and steering systems
• Maintain accurate service records and defect reports
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and ensure compliance standards
• Keep workshop clean, safe and orderly while using diagnostic tools

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Team player

Reading manuals

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

DPD UK is recruiting a Yard Technician to inspect, service, maintain and repair our large vehicle fleet. You will report to the VMU Manager and ensure DVSA compliance, minimise downtime and keep records up to date.

The role operates in a time-critical parcel environment with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults across about 1500 tractors and 3000 trailers, working with a skilled team in a busy workshop with modern diagnostic