HGV Mechanic

RECRUITROO IRELAND LIMITED; Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Athenry Truck & Refrigeration Centre Ltd requires multiple HGV Mechanic roles for their premises at Knockbrack, Athenry, Galway, H65 NX33. The salary offered is €36,605 (18.05/hr) based on a 39-hour week. Salary will increase proportionately with hours and experience.

The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing HGVs and trailers with advanced diagnostics. Candidates must have the right to work in Ireland and possess a recognised trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification as Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience on HGVs or commercial vehicles.
• Full driving licence and right to work in Ireland (EU/UK passport or valid permit).

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair HGVs and trailers.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and fault-finding on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Lead and support junior mechanics within the workshop.

Skills

Diagnostics & fault-finding

Workshop leadership

Mechanical & electrical servicing

Education

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic qualification

Job description

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Athenry Truck & Refrigeration Centre Ltd requires multiple HGV Mechanic roles for their premises at Knockbrack, Athenry, Galway, H65 NX33. The salary offered is €36,605 (18.05/hr) based on a 39-hour week. Salary will increase proportionately if additional hours are required. Salary offered shall be based on relevant experience and qualifications. Job Description - HGV Mechanic role responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and trailers. The role requires advanced diagnostics and fault-finding on mechanical and electrical systems, completion of inspections and preventative maintenance, and may include maintenance of transport refrigeration units where required. The position involves working on manufacturers such as MAN, Isuzu and Scania (and comparable makes), leading and supporting junior mechanics in the workshop, ensuring all work meets safety, quality and compliance standards, and accurately completing service records and job documentation. Candidates must have the right to work in Ireland (EU/UK passport or existing right to work).

Key responsibilities include: service, maintain and repair HGVs and trailers; carry out advanced diagnostics and fault-finding on mechanical and electrical systems; perform inspections and preventative maintenance; work on vehicles from manufacturers such as MAN, Isuzu and Scania and comparable makes; assist with maintenance of transport refrigeration units when required; lead, support and guide junior mechanics within the workshop; ensure all work meets safety, quality and compliance standards; and complete service records and job documentation accurately.

Permanent, full-time

Key Requirements

Required Qualifications - Essential: Recognised trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or similar qualification (for example Mechanical Fitter); minimum 5 years' experience working on HGVs or commercial vehicles; strong diagnostics and fault-finding skills; ability to work independently and take a lead role within a workshop team; full driving licence; EU or UK passport or existing right to work in Ireland. Desirable: previous experience with MAN, Isuzu or Scania vehicles; exposure to transport refrigeration systems; HGV driving licence.

• Sector: wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]