HGV Trailer Technician needed in Gateshead
1. Location: Gateshead
2. Salary: Up to £38,000 per year
3. Hours: Day Shift: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:30
4. Benefits: Private healthcare, pension scheme, life assurance, 23+ days holiday, referral scheme, ongoing training
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV Trailer Technician to join a leading transport solutions provider in Gateshead. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to work with a highly skilled team in a modern workshop environment.
As a HGV Trailer Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, inspecting, and repairing trailers to ensure they meet safety and compliance standards. You will also diagnose and resolve issues using EBS systems (HALDEX, WABCO, KNORR BREMSE) and participate in industry training.
Key Responsibilities:
5. Carry out inspections, servicing, and repairs on HGV trailers.
6. Diagnose and repair EBS system faults.
7. Complete all compliance documentation accurately.
8. Follow health & safety regulations.
9. Attend industry training courses to enhance your technical skills.
What’s on Offer?:
10. Competitive salary: Up to £38,000 per year.
11. Flexible shifts: Choose between Day Shift (Monday – Friday).
12. 23+ days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell extra days).
13. Private healthcare for you and the option to add family members.
14. Company pension scheme and life assurance (3x salary).
15. Ongoing training & development, including IRTEC, BPW & SAF axle/brake training.
Requirements:
16. Experience working with semi-trailers or heavy vehicles.
17. Industry qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQs).
18. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
19. IRTEC accreditation. Desired, but not essential.
20. EBS diagnostics experience (Knorr Bremse, Haldex, WABCO).
21. Welding certification.
22. Experience with axle manufacturers (BPW, SAF, JOST).
23. Tail lift & double-deck maintenance experience.
If you are interested in hearing more about this HGV Trailer Technician role, or others we have in Newcastle and Gateshead, please do not hesitate to contact Rose Bourkeat Perfect Placement today.
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