Trailer Technician

WR Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is seeking a Trailer Fitter in Portsmouth to inspect and repair trailers, ensuring compliance with DVSA standards. The role offers a salary of £45,000 (DEO) and various benefits, including holiday entitlement and a company pension. Applicants should have experience with trailer components and possess their own tools. Welding experience is preferred. Training and career progression opportunities are provided.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Company Pension

Regular overtime

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Workshop Fitter or similar role is required.
• Strong knowledge of trailer repair techniques is essential.
• Must have own tools and a valid HGV driver’s license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on trailers.
• Diagnose and fix issues with trailers’ components.
• Conduct welding and fabrication work as necessary.
• Maintain accurate service records and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Proven experience as a Workshop Fitter

Strong knowledge of trailer components

Experience on commercial vehicles

Welding and fabrication experience

Valid HGV driver's license

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Overview

Position: Trailer Fitter
Location: Portsmouth
Job Type: Permanent, Monday - Friday 7am-4pm or 9am-6pm
Salary: 45,000 (DEO)

The Role

As a Trailer Fitter, you will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing various types of trailers, ensuring they meet DVSA standards.

Package

• 40K - 45K (DEO)
• 33 days holiday (Inclusive of Bank holidays)
• Company Pension
• Regular overtime available
• Working for a company who invests in its employees and offers training and progression

Key Responsibilities as a Trailer Fitter

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on trailers
• Diagnose and fix issues with brakes, suspension, lighting, bodywork and other components
• Conduct welding and fabrication work when necessary
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Workshop Fitter / Trailer Technician / Trailer Fitter or similar role
• Strong knowledge of trailer components and repair techniques
• Must have experience working on commercial vehicles
• Welding and fabrication experience (preferred but not required)
• Must have own tools
• A valid HGV driver's license (is a plus)

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.