Trailer Technician (m/f/x)

TIP Group; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £500

Employee referral bonus £1,000

Private healthcare for you & family

HGV medical subsidy 50%

Pension scheme with Aviva

Income protection

Life assurance (up to 3x salary)

Holiday buy‑back (up to 4 days)

Awards & recognition

Job summary

TIP Group in Coatbridge, Scotland, is seeking a skilled Trailer Technician. You will inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair trailers, ensuring fleet reliability for long-haul operations.

You’ll work with a supportive, hands-on team that values your input and takes pride in safe, road-ready vehicles. The role rewards practical mechanics with a proactive mindset, ownership of quality work, and a good sense of humour.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience with trailers or HGVs.
• Proactive mindset and ownership in your work.
• Good sense of humour and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Trailer & HGV maintenance

Hands-on mechanical experience

Team oriented

Job description

Overview

We are TIP Group – a proud Great Place to Work – and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated 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

• £500 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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