PSV/HGV Mechanic — Training, Progression & £2k Bonus

First Military Recruitment; Costessey; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£21.12 per hour basic rate

Joining bonus

Overtime opportunities

Technical training & progression

Company pension

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a PSV/HGV Mechanic to join a well-established engineering team in Norwich. You will service, diagnose, repair and inspect a modern fleet, prioritising safety and reliability.

The role offers £21.12 per hour with weekend/unsociable hour premiums, a £2,000 joining bonus, overtime opportunities, and ongoing technical training for career progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Experience working on PSV or HGV vehicles preferred; Light Vehicle Technicians welcome.
• Ex-military engineers with an engineering apprenticeship encouraged to apply.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Flexible approach to work across maintenance activities.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• PCV licence is desirable but not essential, as full training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing and component replacement.
• Identify vehicle faults and determine repair methods and required parts.
• Complete routine servicing and scheduled vehicle inspections.
• Use handheld diagnostic and data capture devices where applicable.
• Attend roadside vehicle breakdowns and recovery callouts when required.
• Carry out vehicle road tests to identify faults and verify repairs.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with standards.
• Accurately complete all maintenance documentation and service records.

Skills

PSV/HGV experience

Fault-finding and diagnostics

Flexible work approach

Full UK Driving Licence

PCV licence desirable

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

First Military Recruitment are seeking a PSV/HGV Mechanic to join a well-established engineering team in Norwich. You will service, diagnose, repair and inspect a modern fleet, prioritising safety and reliability.

The role offers £21.12 per hour with weekend/unsociable hour premiums, a £2,000 joining bonus, overtime opportunities, and ongoing technical training for career progression.