Job Title: Mechanic - HGV
Location: Newark, Nottingham
Salary: £24.00 per hour (Days/Afters) or £27.00 per hour (Nights)
Shift Patterns: Days/Afters: Rotating shifts (5:00am – 2:00pm / 2:00pm – 11:00pm) – 45 hours per week Nights: Monday to Friday, 10:00pm – 6:00am – Average 40 hours per week
HGV Mechanic Benefits:
· Competitive hourly rate of £24.00 or £27.00 per hour depending on shift pattern
· Overtime paid at time and a quarter after contracted weekly hours
· Retention bonus after qualifying period
· £10.00 shift allowance for each afternoon shift worked
· 100% MOT pass rate bonus scheme
· 28 days holiday entitlement (pro-rata)
· Paid breaks
· Company pension scheme
· Company sick pay scheme
· Free on-site parking
Key Senior HGV Mechanic Responsibilities:
· Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGV trucks and trailers
· Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
· Complete routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities
· Prepare vehicles and trailers for MOT testing and ensure DVSA compliance
· Conduct safety inspections and identify defects promptly
· Accurately complete maintenance records and workshop documentation
· Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard
· Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop environment
· Work collaboratively with colleagues to minimise vehicle downtime
· Adhere to all company health and safety procedures and industry regulations
Required Skills & Experience:
· Fully qualified HGV Technician with City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or equivalent qualification
· Proven experience maintaining and repairing HGV trucks and trailers within a commercial vehicle environment
· Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems
· Excellent understanding of DVSA regulations and vehicle compliance requirements
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety and quality standards
· Own transport essential due to site location
Pay: £56,160.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
