HGV & Trailer Mechanic
Location: Eastleigh, Hampshire
Salary: £18.50 - £19.40 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm (40 hours per week)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overtime: Available at time and a half
Experienced HGV & Trailer Mechanic Required - Eastleigh
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV & Trailer Mechanic to join a busy commercial vehicle workshop based in Eastleigh.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician, Mechanic or Fitter looking for a permanent position offering competitive hourly rates, regular weekday hours and overtime opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, inspecting and repairing a range of commercial vehicles and trailers, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out safety inspections and routine maintenance on HGVs and trailers.
- Preparing vehicles for MOT testing.
- Conducting brake testing and associated repairs.
- Completing welding and fabrication work.
- Diagnosing faults and carrying out mechanical repairs.
- Servicing and repairing rigid and articulated vehicles.
- Working on curtain-sided and skeletal trailers.
- Occasionally servicing and repairing light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, health and safety.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as an HGV Technician, Mechanic or Fitter.
- HGV Class 1 driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC.
- Full, clean driving licence.
- Experience working on rigid and articulated vehicles.
- Experience with curtain-sided and skeletal trailers.
- Ability to work flexibly when required.
An HGV Level 3 qualification or equivalent would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive pay of £18.50-£19.40 per hour, depending on experience.
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Monday to Friday working hours, 7:00am-4:00pm.
- 40-hour contracted working week.
- Overtime available at time and a half.
- 20 days' annual holiday.
- Workplace pension.
- Opportunity to join an established and busy commercial vehicle workshop.
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Hgv Technician in Eastleigh employer: Consult2Recruit
Join a leading vehicle logistics and automotive services company in Doncaster, where you will be part of a dynamic night-shift team dedicated to maintaining a safe and reliable commercial vehicle fleet. With competitive pay rates up to £24.00 per hour, ongoing full-time work, and opportunities for career development within the commercial vehicle sector, this role offers a rewarding environment that values your expertise and commitment. Enjoy the support of a recruitment agency throughout your assignment while working in a large-scale operation that prioritises employee growth and a collaborative work culture.
