Location: Bredbury, Stockport
Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week
Shift Options: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts OR Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
Overtime: Available
Salary: Above industry standard
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
IMPORTANT – ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Please ensure you meet the key requirements before applying.
- HGV Level 3 Mechanic / Technician Qualification: A minimum Level 3 qualification in HGV Maintenance / Vehicle Maintenance is required.
- Class 1 Licence: A valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence is essential.
- HGV Maintenance Experience: Proven experience maintaining and repairing HGVs and commercial vehicles is required.
- Electrical Experience: Practical vehicle electrical experience is essential.
- Diagnostic & Fault-Finding Skills: Experience with vehicle diagnostics, fault-finding and problem-solving is highly desirable.
- Flexible Working: You must be able to commit to a minimum of 40 hours per week and one of the available shift patterns.
- Team Player: You will be working as part of an experienced team of technicians within a busy fleet operation.
About the Role
We are a family-run business based in Bredbury, Stockport, and due to continued expansion, we are looking for an experienced HGV Mechanical Technician to join our growing maintenance team.
This is a varied role involving the maintenance, inspection and repair of a fleet of HGVs, walking floor vehicles and fleet cars.
You will work as part of a team of technicians while also being responsible for diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and ensuring vehicles are maintained to a high standard and kept roadworthy.
Key ResponsibilitiesFleet Maintenance & Repairs
- Carry out planned fleet maintenance and servicing on HGVs, walking floors and fleet cars.
- Complete PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections).
- Carry out reactive maintenance and repairs.
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out effective repairs.
- Attend roadside breakdowns and rectify vehicle defects.
- Ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed safely and to a high standard.
- Complete all required maintenance and repair paperwork accurately.
MOT Preparation
- Prepare HGVs, walking floors and cabs for MOT testing.
- Identify and rectify defects prior to MOTs.
- Keep accurate records of work carried out.
- Schedule required maintenance and repair work to ensure vehicles are prepared on time.
- Help maintain compliance and vehicle roadworthiness standards.
Diagnostics & Electrical
- Carry out vehicle diagnostics and fault-finding.
- Identify mechanical, electrical and electronic issues.
- Troubleshoot problems efficiently and determine appropriate repairs.
- Use diagnostic equipment where required.
Breakdown & Roadside Support
- Attend roadside breakdowns when required.
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs at the roadside where possible.
- Ensure vehicles are safely returned to service or appropriately recovered where necessary.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an experienced and reliable technician who has:
- A Level 3 HGV / Vehicle Maintenance qualification.
- A valid Class 1 / Category C+E driving licence.
- Strong HGV mechanical maintenance and repair experience.
- Practical vehicle electrical experience.
- Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience preparing commercial vehicles for MOT.
- The ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
- A professional, reliable and safety-conscious approach.
- Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
Working Hours
A minimum of 40 hours per week, with a choice of shift patterns:
Option 1:
Monday–Thursday – 10 hours per day
Option 2:
Monday–Friday – 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
Overtime is available.
What We Offer
- Salary Above Industry Standard
- Overtime Opportunities
- Full-time, permanent position
- Stable employment within an established family-run business
- Opportunity to join a growing and expanding team
- Varied work across HGVs, walking floors and fleet vehicles
- Supportive team environment
Apply Now
If you are a qualified Level 3 HGV Technician / Mechanic with a Class 1 licence, strong electrical experience and a practical approach to diagnostics and repairs, we would like to hear from you.
For an interview, please contact Theresa Cox on 0161 273 3133.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stockport SK6 2RF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Imi level three : 2 years (required)
- commercial vehicle maintenance and electrics : 2 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
