Job Title: HGV Mechanic / Technician
Type: Full Time | Permanent | Monday – Friday | 47.5hpw
Pay Rate: £30,000 - £40,000
Location: Chichester
Start Date: Immediate
We are proud to be supporting our Chichester based client, in recruiting a skilled HGV Mechanic / Technician to join their workshop team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining essential public service vehicles.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out maintenance and repairs on the company’s LGV and HGV fleet to the highest standards
* Provide repair support for cars, forklift trucks, and crane machinery where required
* Complete pre-MOT inspections and undertake necessary repairs to ensure vehicles meet required standards
* Perform Planned Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), routine servicing, and fault diagnostics
* Conduct general vehicle and equipment inspections, servicing, and repairs in line with regulatory requirements
* Prepare vehicles for MOT testing, including chassis work and associated repairs
* Respond independently to site breakdowns, ensuring efficient and effective resolution
* Complete all required documentation accurately and maintain up-to-date service records
* Prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop
* Comply fully with Health & Safety policies and adopt safe working practices at all times
About You:
* Experienced HGV Mechanic or Fitter with strong chassis and MOT preparation experience
* Previous experience working on HGVs is essential
* Basic welding, hydraulic, and auto-electrical skills are desirable but not essential
* Good understanding of vehicle inspection standards and scheduled maintenance requirements
* Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working unsupervised
* Comfortable working to tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail
* HGV Licence (Category C & C+E) preferred
* Basic numeracy and literacy skills to complete job documentation accurately
* Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
Benefits:
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Monday to Friday working hours (07:00am – 5:00pm)
* 30-minute lunch break
* Supportive, close-knit team environment
* Opportunity to work on a varied fleet of vehicles and equipment
* Stable, full-time position within a professional workshop setting