Trailer Mechanic Technical Operations · Knottingley Trailers

TIP Trailer Services Norway ANS; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Private healthcare

Pension with Aviva

Income protection

Life assurance

Extra holidays

Awards & vouchers

Job summary

TIP Group is seeking a skilled Trailer Technician/Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair trailers, ensuring road readiness and safety for long hauls. You will join a hands-on, supportive team that values input and collaboration.

We welcome candidates with mechanical experience in trailers, HGVs, or similar, a proactive mindset, and a good sense of humor as part of our culture of growth and people-first approach.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience on trailers, HGVs, or similar.
• Proactive mindset and ownership of work.
• Good sense of humour and team focus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on trailers.
• Work closely with a hands-on, supportive team.
• Keep fleet road-ready and safe for the long haul.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Team player

Proactive mindset

Job description

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

If you're great with tools, love a well-maintained axle, and enjoy working in a team that values you, keep reading — this could be your best career move yet.

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

• £2000 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.)

See why people love working at TIP and explore our benefits - learn more here!

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