HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic
| Posting date: | 24 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 May 2025 |
| Location: | Rutland, LEI, LE15 |
| Company: | Workforce Recruitment and Training |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 131396 |
Summary
**Job Title: HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic**
**Location: Rutland LE15**
**Shift Pattern:** Tuesday AM - Saturday 1PM (45 hours/week, includes 30-minute daily break)
**Salary:** Circa £35000
**Overview:**
We're seeking a highly skilled and detail-focused HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic to take ownership of the visual presentation and condition of our managed contract fleet-ranging from 3.5T vehicles to articulated expanding trailers. This hands-on role is crucial in ensuring our client-facing assets are always ready to perform, maintaining both their aesthetic appearance and functionality. Working in collaboration with our Managed Contract Team, Production, and Fleet Engineering, you'll play a vital role in making sure our fleet looks as good as it performs.
**Key Duties:**
* Perform general maintenance, defect checks, and cosmetic repairs to vehicles and trailers, excluding legislative servicing.
* Carry out visual presentation upkeep, internal/external cosmetic fixes, and operational readiness tasks.
* Support emergency repairs and on-site call-outs when required.
* Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
* Collaborate with the Managed Contracts Manager and Fleet Engineer to plan maintenance and prepare units for upcoming events.
* Keep detailed records of work, ensuring cost capture and quoting processes are followed accurately.
* Manage parts, consumables, and tool inventory including stock taking and ordering.
* Oversee the upkeep and general maintenance of stock.
**Key Requirements:**
* Hands-on experience in vehicle/trailer maintenance or general fleet upkeep-HGV/trailer background highly desirable.
* Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems (training can be provided).
* Basic fabrication and welding skills preferred but not essential.
* Ability to interpret technical diagrams and manuals.
* Strong eye for detail and commitment to high standards of presentation.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, reactive environment with flexible hours.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Valid driving license required (Class 2 preferred but not essential).
Please apply online.
MAN24
**Location: Rutland LE15**
**Shift Pattern:** Tuesday AM - Saturday 1PM (45 hours/week, includes 30-minute daily break)
**Salary:** Circa £35000
**Overview:**
We're seeking a highly skilled and detail-focused HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic to take ownership of the visual presentation and condition of our managed contract fleet-ranging from 3.5T vehicles to articulated expanding trailers. This hands-on role is crucial in ensuring our client-facing assets are always ready to perform, maintaining both their aesthetic appearance and functionality. Working in collaboration with our Managed Contract Team, Production, and Fleet Engineering, you'll play a vital role in making sure our fleet looks as good as it performs.
**Key Duties:**
* Perform general maintenance, defect checks, and cosmetic repairs to vehicles and trailers, excluding legislative servicing.
* Carry out visual presentation upkeep, internal/external cosmetic fixes, and operational readiness tasks.
* Support emergency repairs and on-site call-outs when required.
* Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
* Collaborate with the Managed Contracts Manager and Fleet Engineer to plan maintenance and prepare units for upcoming events.
* Keep detailed records of work, ensuring cost capture and quoting processes are followed accurately.
* Manage parts, consumables, and tool inventory including stock taking and ordering.
* Oversee the upkeep and general maintenance of stock.
**Key Requirements:**
* Hands-on experience in vehicle/trailer maintenance or general fleet upkeep-HGV/trailer background highly desirable.
* Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems (training can be provided).
* Basic fabrication and welding skills preferred but not essential.
* Ability to interpret technical diagrams and manuals.
* Strong eye for detail and commitment to high standards of presentation.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, reactive environment with flexible hours.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Valid driving license required (Class 2 preferred but not essential).
Please apply online.
MAN24