HGV TECHNICIAN
Location of HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: Gloucester area
Salary for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: £40,000 - £45,00pa plus overtime available
Hours of work: 45 hours a week, Monday to Friday - start 7:00am / 7:30am
Holiday - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Job Summary for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:
My client is seeking a skilled and dependable HGV Technician to join their expanding operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, servicing, and repair of a varied fleet of heavy goods and commercial vehicles, including refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), ensuring they remain compliant, safe, and fully operational.
This position requires strong diagnostic capability, sound mechanical knowledge, and experience working in a demanding workshop environment with specialist municipal and commercial vehicles.
Key Responsibilities of the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:
Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles, including refuse collection vehicles
Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using diagnostic equipment and schematics
Undertake repairs on commercial vehicles and associated hydraulic systems
Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations and industry standards
Work across a broad range of fleet assets in a fast-paced environment
Carry out fabrication, welding, and minor electrical repairs as required
Accurately complete job cards, service records, and compliance documentation
Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop
Skills and Experience Required for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:
Proven experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Engineer / Plant Fitter
Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge of heavy commercial vehicles
Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance qualification desirable (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
Confident working with hydraulic systems, and compaction equipment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physically capable of carrying out manual and demanding work
Strong attention to detail and fault-finding ability
Sound understanding of health and safety requirements
If this job sounds like a great role for you then please send your CV to Danica Baker at Sprint Recruitment