Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Posting date:	13 March 2026
Salary:	£41,000 to £45,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	12 April 2026
Location:	BS30 9AN
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Kautec Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	KT2307-65836

Summary

Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Expensed Van Provided

Your day starts when you start your vehicle.

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a mobile role where no two days are the same? We are looking for a self-motivated and independent Mobile Fleet Engineer to support a network of customer sites across the South West.

You will travel to customer workshops and rural sites carrying out servicing, repairs, and maintenance across a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment.

The equipment you will work on includes:

• HGVs

  
  

• Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

  
  

• RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) equipment

  
  

• Tractors and Tugs

  
  • Shunters
  • Cherry Pickers
  

• Other specialist/ bespoke operating platforms

  
  Key Responsibilities

  • Attending vehicle callouts

    
    

  • Carrying out preventative maintenance

    
    

  • Responding to emergency breakdowns

    
    

  • Pre-arranged servicing at customer and rural sites

    
    

  • MOT preparation

    
    

  • Engine work and diagnostic investigations

    
    

  • Rectifying running defects

    
    

  • Chassis and fabrication work

    
    

  • Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

    
    

  • Improving vehicle standards and reliability

    
    

  • Electrical and wiring inspections and repairs

    
    Coverage Area

    You will be covering the following locations:

    • South Bristol

      
      

    • Bath

      
      

    • Frome

      
      

    • Weston-super-Mare

      
      

    • Glastonbury

      
      About You

      We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to work independently while representing the company professionally on customer sites.

      You should be:

      • Reliable and punctual

        
        

      • Enthusiastic and proactive

        
        

      • A strong problem solver with a can-do attitude

        
        

      • Committed to health and safety standards

        
        

      • Comfortable working independently in a mobile role

        
        

        You must have a strong understanding of modern vehicle technology and be able to manage the repair process from fault diagnosis through to completion.

        Requirements

        • Fully qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician or completion of a recognised Apprenticeship

          
          

        • Experience working with HGVs or commercial vehicles

          
          

        • Class 2 (Category C) licence – beneficial but not essential

          
          Training & Development

          The industry is evolving rapidly with the introduction of electric and hydrogen vehicles. Training will be provided on the latest products, systems, and repair techniques where required.

          Benefits

          • Company van provided (expensed)

            
            

          • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

            
            

          • Company pension scheme

            
            

          • Private healthcare scheme

            
            

          • Ongoing training and development

            
            About Kautec Recruitment

            Kautec Recruitment is a growing automotive recruitment specialist connecting skilled technicians with leading employers across the industry.

            If this role isn’t the right fit but you are considering a move, we would still love to hear from you.

            Keywords:
            HGV, Heavy Goods Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle, RCV, Refuse Collection Vehicle, Tipper, Sweeper, Gritter, Mechanic, Vehicle Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Fitter, Workshop