*HGV Fitter / Technician – Skip Hire & Waste Management*
Pay: £16.00 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience Job type: Full-time, permanent Location: Shorne, Kent (*workshop-based, on-site*) Excellent hourly rates available depending on experience.
RS Skips Ltd is an established Skip Hire & Waste Management company based in Shorne, Kent. We are looking for an experienced HGV Fitter / Mechanic to join our team and keep our fleet running safely and efficiently.
About RS Skips Ltd
RS Skips Ltd provides skip hire and waste management services across Kent. As a long‑standing, local business, we take pride in offering a reliable, professional service and looking after our people with fair pay and a supportive working environment.
About the role
You will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, and repair of our HGV fleet, ensuring vehicles are safe, roadworthy and ready for daily operations.
This is a hands‑on, workshop‑based role where you will work independently and take ownership of the jobs allocated to you, completing them safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
What you’ll do
- Carry out PMIs (Preventive Maintenance Inspections) to the required standard
- Prepare vehicles for MOT and ensure all compliance checks are completed
- Diagnose faults including transmission diagnostics and other mechanical issues
- Complete general servicing and repairs on HGVs, including brakes, tyres, and
suspension
- Accurately record work carried out and report any major defects or safety concerns
- Work safely at all times, following company procedures and Health & Safety guidelines
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for an experienced HGV Fitter / Mechanic who can work independently and take pride in a job well done.
- Proven experience as an HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician
- Strong knowledge of PMIs, MOT preparation, transmission diagnostics, servicing,
brakes and tyres
- Able to work independently on your own initiative, managing your own workload
- Able to complete all jobs given to you safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Reliable, hard‑working and a good communicator
What we offer
- £16.00 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Full-time, permanent position with a stable, established company
- Company pension
- Supportive workshop environment in a local, family‑style business
How to apply
If this role sounds of interest, please email your CV and a brief cover note outlining your HGV experience and availability.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £16.00-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person