Mechanical Test Technician (HGV License Needed)

Rise Technical Recruitment; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Test Technician who holds a HGV Class 2 Licence. This role involves driving to various sites across the UK to conduct structural load tests using specialized equipment. Ideal candidates should be mechanically minded and comfortable with frequent overnight travel. The position offers a salary between £30,000-£36,000 plus bonuses and benefits including 25 days of holiday, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Performance Bonus (up to £6,000)

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Company Training + Qualification

Pension

Nationwide travel + Overnight stays

Qualifications

• Must have a HGV licence (Class 2) with confidence operating vehicles and associated equipment.
• Mechanically minded with experience from college, apprenticeship, or hobbies.
• Willing to stay away from home weekly from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Driving an HGV to sites across the UK and setting up structural pile load tests using lorry-mounted crane equipment.
• Carrying out static load testing using automated pile testing systems and recording technical data.
• Site-based field role working Monday to Friday with some weekend overtime opportunities.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Mechanical aptitude

Data recording skills

Job description

Mechanical Test Technician (HGV License Needed)

Homebased, traveling sites across the UK (including weekly stay away from home)

Candidates must be based from a commutable distance of Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark, Hucknall, Long Eaton, Beeston, West Bridgford, Ilkeston

£30,000-£36,000 + Performance Bonus (up to £6,000) + Mon - Fri, 40hrs + Overtime Available (Weekends) + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Company Training + Qualification + Pension + Nationwide travel + Overnight stays

Exciting opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge in their career and join a company that offers a varied role with full industry training provided and qualifications.

On offer is a role that no day will be the same and where you will have autonomy as you travel to different sites across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist engineering business operating at the forefront of structural and infrastructure testing across the UK. The company works on high‑profile projects including major stadiums, large commercial structures, and critical infrastructure, delivering essential safety and strength testing that underpins some of the country's most important builds.

The day to day responsibilities will be to perform static load testing, driving HGV vehicle to sites, erection of the test using the lorry‑mounted crane, undertaking site work using the automated pile testing equipment at customer sites. In this role you will be required to stay away from home on a weekly basis from Monday to Friday.

The ideal candidate will be someone who holds a HGV Class 2 Licence, is mechanically minded and happy with stay away from home.

Ex‑Forces candidates are encouraged to apply and will be offered training.

The Role:

• Driving an HGV to sites across the UK and setting up structural pile load tests using lorry‑mounted crane equipment
• Carrying out static load testing using automated pile testing systems and recording technical data
• Site‑based field role working Monday to Friday with some weekend overtime opportunities

The Person:

• Must have a HGV licence (Class 2) with confidence operating vehicles and associated equipment
• Mechanically minded/experience (college, apprenticeship or part‑time hobby)
• Happy with stay away from home on a weekly basis (Monday to Friday)

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact [Euan Dungavel] at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.