Senior HGV Mechanic

Briggs Equipment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with employer up to 6%

Health plan scheme

Career development opportunities

Profit share bonus

Job summary

Briggs Equipment is hiring a Senior HGV Mechanic in Dublin. The role involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing heavy goods vehicles, with responsibilities spanning mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

You will diagnose issues, perform inspections, and handle essential paperwork, while operating plant machinery as needed. The ideal candidate has proven mechanic or plant fitter experience, a relevant technical degree or apprenticeship, and a valid driver's license with Safe Pass.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanic, plant fitter, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems in vehicles and equipment.
• A technical degree, certification in mechanics, or an apprenticeship (e.g. Motor Mechanic).
• A valid, clean driver's license is a basic requirement.
• A valid Safe Pass card is often mandatory for sites/public roads.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, maintenance and complex repairs on HGVs, including mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Conduct daily and scheduled vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Complete necessary paperwork: daily defect reports, maintenance logs, and work progress reports.
• Operate road sweepers or other plant machinery for testing or tasks.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and relevant Acts/Codes of Practice.
• Work independently or as part of a team and communicate with managers and operatives.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Plant fitter experience

Technical qualification

Driver's license

Safe Pass

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Motor Mechanic apprenticeship

Technical degree/certification

Job description

Job Description

Role: Senior HGV Mechanic
Location: Dublin
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Permanent

In this role you will be:

• Performing routine servicing, maintenance, and complex repairs on HGV's, which includes working on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues to ensure proper functioning and safety of all equipment.
• Conducting daily and scheduled vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Completing necessary paperwork, including daily vehicle defect reports, maintenance logs, and work progress reports.
• Operating road sweepers or other plant machinery as required for testing or specific tasks.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations and ensuring all work is carried out to comply with relevant Acts of Parliament and Codes of Practice.
• Working independently or as part of a team, and effectively communicating with managers and other operatives.

What will help you to excel in this role:

• Proven experience as a mechanic, plant fitter, or a similar role, ideally with knowledge of automotive, machinery, and heavy equipment systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems related to vehicles and equipment, with the ability to identify defects and perform maintenance to a high standard.
• A technical degree, certification in mechanics, or a completed apprenticeship (such as a Motor Mechanic or Construction Plant Fitting).
• A valid, clean driver's license is a basic requirement.
• A valid Safe Pass card is often a mandatory requirement for working on construction sites or public roads.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are essential.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%
• HSF Health plan scheme
• Future development and career opportunities
• Profitshare bonus based on business performance

If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the interview process, then please contact a member of the Recruitment Team, and inform them prior to attending so we can ensure these are met.

Skills:

• sweeper engineer
• Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
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