Job Title: Mobile HGV Technician
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire – Commutable from Milton Keynes and Northampton
Compensation: £43, + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
Keep emergency response vehicles mission-ready and make a real difference every day .
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us as a Mobile HGV Technician, you’ll play a vital role in keeping specialist emergency vehicles operational. This is a field‑based role working across sites in the Luton, Bedfordshire area, and is well‑suited to candidates based in Luton, Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes or Northampton who are within a comfortable commuting distance.
The role
As a Mobile HGV Technician, you’ll deliver first-class servicing, maintenance, and repairs on heavy goods vehicles and specialist fire service equipment to MOT and operational standards.
Day-to-day, you’ll be required to:
The following will be provided:
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.
This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) that involves working from Fire Stations across Luton, Bedfordshire, supporting the New Dimension programme responsible for maintaining specialist emergency vehicles and equipment. We are ideally seeking a candidate based within a commutable distance of the wider Luton area, which could include Luton, Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes or Northampton. The role will also include occasional travel to our Bardon Hill workshop near Coalville, Leicestershire for team meetings.
Essential experience of the Mobile HGV Technician:
Qualifications for the Mobile HGV Technician:
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at .
What we offer
Contact Detail:
Babcock International Group Recruiting Team
Some tips for your application 🫡
Tailor Your CV: Make sure your CV highlights your experience with HGVs and any relevant qualifications. We want to see how your skills match the role, so don’t be shy about showcasing your hands-on knowledge of hydraulic systems and fault diagnosis.
Craft a Compelling Cover Letter: Your cover letter is your chance to shine! Tell us why you’re passionate about keeping emergency vehicles operational and how your background makes you the perfect fit for our team. Keep it engaging and personal!
Showcase Your Attention to Detail: In this role, attention to detail is key. When filling out your application, make sure to highlight specific examples where you've demonstrated this skill, especially in compliance documentation or fault diagnosis.
Apply Through Our Website: We encourage you to apply directly through our website. It’s the best way to ensure your application gets to us quickly and efficiently. Plus, you’ll find all the info you need about the role and our company!