Trailer Mechanic

TIP Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Referral bonus

Private healthcare

HGV medical coverage

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Income protection

Life assurance

Extra holidays

Awards & recognition

Job summary

TIP Group is seeking a skilled Truck and Trailer Technician in the United Kingdom to inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair trailers. You’ll join a hands-on, supportive team that values input and keeps fleets road-ready for long-haul operations.

Ideal candidates have mechanical experience with trailers, HGVs or similar, a proactive ownership mindset, and a good sense of humour as part of a team that works hard but enjoys a laugh together.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience on trailers, HGVs, or similar.
• A proactive mindset and a sense of ownership in your work.
• A good sense of humour – we work hard, but we like a laugh too.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on trailers
• Working closely with a team that’s hands‑on, supportive, and values your input
• Keeping our fleet road‑ready and safe for the long haul

Skills

Trailer/HGV maintenance

Mechanical experience

Job description

We’re TIP Group – a proud Great Place to Work® – and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Truck and Trailer Technician to join our team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on trailers
• Working closely with a team that’s hands‑on, supportive, and values your input
• Keeping our fleet road‑ready and safe for the long haul

What You’ll Bring

• Mechanical experience (trailers, HGVs, or similar)
• A proactive mindset and a sense of ownership in your work
• A good sense of humour – we work hard, but we like a laugh too

Why TIP?

Because culture isn’t a poster on the wall and it’s something you should feel every day. We’re good at what we do and we put people first. We invest in your growth, value your voice, and genuinely care about our team. We don’t just say we’re a Great Place to Work® – we prove it. IT’S HOW WE ROLL.

Benefits Include

• £1000 Welcome Bonus and £1,000 employee referral bonus
• Private Healthcare for You & Your Loved Ones, and 50% cost covered for your HGV medical
• Annual contribution towards your well‑being
• Pension Scheme with Aviva
• Income Protection available in case of long‑term sickness or disability
• Life Assurance (up to 3x annual base salary)
• Ability to buy up to 4 additional days for more holidays!
• Awards & Recognition so you feel valued for your hard work (e.g. Christmas vouchers, business hero awards etc.)

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