Hgv Technician

HGV TECHNICIAN

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Location of HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: Leyland area - Lancashire

Salary for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: £20.00 ph to £23.00 ph Depending on Experience

Hours of work: 40 - 50 hours per week - weekdays

Job Summary for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:

My client is seeking a skilled and dependable HGV Technician to join their expanding operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, servicing, and repair of a varied fleet of heavy goods and commercial vehicles, including refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), ensuring they remain compliant, safe, and fully operational.
This position requires strong diagnostic capability, sound mechanical knowledge, and experience working in a demanding workshop environment with specialist municipal and commercial vehicles.

Key Responsibilities of the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:

 Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and commercial vehicles, including refuse collection vehicles
 Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using diagnostic equipment and schematics
 Undertake repairs on RCV bodies, bin lifts, compactors, and associated hydraulic systems
 Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations and industry standards
 Work across a broad range of fleet assets in a fast-paced environment
 Carry out fabrication, welding, and minor electrical repairs as required
 Accurately complete job cards, service records, and compliance documentation
 Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop

Skills and Experience Required for the HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / LGV Technician / Heavy Duty Technician / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic:

 Proven experience as an xwzovoh HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Engineer
 Previous experience working on RCV or municipal fleets is highly desirable
 Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge of heavy commercial vehicles
 Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance qualification desirable (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
 Confident working with hydraulic systems, and compaction equipment
 Ability to work independently and as part of a team
 Physically capable of carrying out manual and demanding work
 Strong attention to detail and fault-finding ability
 Sound understanding of health and safety requirements

Additional Information

 Role is workshop/mobile based and carried out in person

If this job sounds like a great role for you then please send your CV to Danica Baker at Sprint Recruitment