HGV Mechanics

Posted 3 months ago
Salary: £60,000–£80,000 (DOE & shift premiums)
Contract: Permanent • Shifts: Days / Lates / Nights • Start ASAP
About the roles
We’re building a permanent team of HGV Technicians/Mechanics supporting mixed fleets across the Heathrow corridor (tractor units, rigids, trailers, airport ground support). Roles available at Technician, Senior, Lead & Night levels.
What you’ll do
- Full PMI, diagnostics and repair on HGVs & trailers (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic)
- MOT prep & presentation, brake testing, defect rectification
- Fault finding using dealer/software tools; accurate job card completion
- Breakdown/Call-out cover (rota) and quality sign-off to VOSA/DVSA standards
- Housekeeping, parts control and continuous improvement on workshop KPIs
What you’ll need
- Time-served HGV Technician/Mechanic (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent)
- Solid experience with DAF/Mercedes/Volvo/Scania (or similar) and trailers
- Confident with diagnostics, wiring diagrams and CANbus fault-finding
- UK Right to Work; full driving licence (HGV licence an advantage)
- Safety-first mindset, reliable, able to work independently and as part of a team
Nice to have (bonus)
- IRTEC / HGV Class 1 or 2 / Trailer accreditation
- Air-con, tail-lift, hydraulics, ADR or airport GSE exposure
- OEM/dealer training certificates
Package & benefits
- £60,000–£80,000 base (role/shift dependent) + OT & call-out premiums
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (or shift equivalent)
- Pension • Sick pay scheme • Tool allowance / PPE provided
- OEM training & paid certifications (IRTEC, tachograph, EV/Alt-fuel where relevant)
- Free parking • Stable, long-term Heathrow contracts
Locations covered
Heathrow & nearby depots: Hatton Cross, Hounslow, Colnbrook, Hayes, Feltham, Slough.
- CV + certificates (NVQ/City & Guilds/IRTEC)
- Availability (notice & preferred shifts)
- Current salary and target within £60–£80k
Or call 01784 919 500 for a confidential chat.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Employment subject to standard right-to-work checks and references.
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