Location: Wickford, Essex
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Salary: £35,000 £48,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am 4:00pm (45 hours per week)
HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Wickford, Essex
Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Technician looking for a permanent Monday-to-Friday position?
We are recruiting for an experienced HGV Mechanic / Fitter to join an established and busy operation in Wickford, Essex.
This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, inspection and repair of HGVs and commercial vehicles, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable and roadworthy.
If you have strong mechanical knowledge, enjoy practical hands-on work and can confidently diagnose and repair HGVs, this could be an excellent opportunity.
The Role
As an HGV Mechanic / Fitter, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles
- Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out effective repairs
- Completing routine inspections and preventative maintenance
- Preparing vehicles for MOT testing
- Identifying and rectifying vehicle defects
- Replacing components and carrying out mechanical repairs as required
- Maintaining accurate records of servicing and repair work
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Maintaining workshop tools and equipment
- Following all company health and safety procedures
About You
We are looking for someone with previous experience in an HGV or commercial vehicle maintenance environment.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter, HGV Technician, Heavy Vehicle Technician or similar
- Strong mechanical and practical fitting skills
- Experience working on HGVs or commercial vehicles
- Experience with MOT preparation
- Ideally, a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or a related discipline
- The ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs independently
- A reliable and professional approach to work
- Good attention to detail and a strong focus on safety
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- HGV driving licence desirable but not essential
What's on Offer?
- £35,000 £48,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications
- Permanent, full-time position
- Monday to Friday working hours
- 7:00am 4:00pm
- 45-hour working week
- Established and busy working environment
- Hands-on role with varied mechanical work
- Opportunity to develop your skills and experience
Apply Now
If you are an experienced HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Technician looking for a permanent opportunity in Wickford, Essex, apply today. xrnqpay
We are keen to speak with experienced HGV and commercial vehicle mechanics who are looking for their next opportunity.
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