LGV Mechanic

Interaction Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking an experienced LGV Mechanic for a role based in Bedford. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with LGVs and Class B vehicles, with a valid driving license preferred.

The position offers a 45-hour week and a pay rate of £17.64 per hour, with a temporary contract that could become permanent. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, repairs and safety-compliant mechanical tasks, while adhering to company procedures and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Experience as LGV/Commercial Vehicle Mechanic
• Practical hands-on mechanical skills
• Ability to follow procedures and safety rules

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical tasks and repairs safely and in accordance with instructions and company procedures.
• Identify and report unsafe practices or hazards to your supervisor.
• Use the correct tools and PPE and store equipment after use.
• Ensure guards and safety equipment are fitted and used.
• Report accidents or near misses promptly.
• Work safely and proactively improve energy efficiency.

Skills

LGV/Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

Hands-on

Team player

Job description

LGV Mechanic – Bedford

£17.64 per hour | 45 hours per week | Temp-to-Perm Potential

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Bedford, who is looking for an experienced LGV Mechanic to join their commercial vehicle workshop.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled mechanic with experience working on LGVs and commercial vehicles, looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent.

The Role

• Pay: £17.64 per hour

• Hours: 45 hours per week

• Working hours:Between 06:00 and 18:00

• Location: Bedford

• Contract: Temporary with potential for permanent employment

• Experience working with LGVs and Class B vehicles is highly desirable

• Ideally, candidates will hold a relevant driving licence

Key Responsibilities

As an LGV Mechanic, you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance, repairs and assigned mechanical duties safely and efficiently, in accordance with company procedures, safety rules and relevant regulations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out mechanical tasks and repairs safely and in accordance with instructions and company procedures.

• Taking responsibility for your own safety and the safety of colleagues and others who may be affected by your work.

• Identifying and reporting unsafe practices, conditions or potential hazards to your supervisor or line manager.

• Using the correct tools and equipment for each job and ensuring damaged or unsafe equipment is not used.

• Ensuring tools, equipment and PPE are stored correctly after use.

• Ensuring guards are securely fitted and all required safety equipment and PPE are used.

• Only operating plant and equipment when authorised to do so.

• Reporting accidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences and dangerous conditions promptly.

• Switching off and securing unattended plant or equipment.

• Avoiding improvised working arrangements and identifying safe solutions to potential hazards.

• Working responsibly and ensuring your actions do not place colleagues or others at risk.

• Taking a proactive approach to energy efficiency and suggesting ways to improve energy performance.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced LGV/Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

• Experienced working on LGVs and Class B vehicles

• Ideally in possession of a relevant driving licence

• Mechanically skilled with a practical, hands-on approach

• Safety-conscious and committed to high standards of workmanship

• Able to follow instructions, procedures and safe working practices

• Reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Proactive in identifying and reporting mechanical, safety and operational issues

What's on Offer?

• £17.64 per hour

• 45 hours per week

• Working hours between 06:00 and 18:00

• Temp-to-perm opportunity