HGV Mechanic

Skips R Us, a leading waste management company, is hiring a Full-time HGV Mechanic/Plant Fitter to join our growing team.

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.

As an HGV/Plant Mechanic, you will maintain our fleet of vehicles, trailers, and plant equipment. This includes Walking Floors, Tipping Trailers, Hook loaders, Skip Loaders, Shredders, Crushers, Excavators, and more.

A competitive salary and all necessary tools will be provided to the selected candidate.

Your Duties will include:

• Preparing HGVs and Trailers for MOT
• Ordering parts as required for repairs.
• Performing routine maintenance on company equipment and completing six-week inspections on all vehicles and trailers as necessary
• Respond to roadside breakdowns.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical faults.
• Ensure that all required repairs are carried out in a timely manner
• This list is not exhaustive; additional duties may be required.

Workshop Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicle/trailer defects are reported promptly to the Workshop Manager.
• Accurately complete job cards and comply with company time‑recording processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised work environment.
• Support workshop stock control and general workshop duties.

Breakdowns & Callouts

• Assist with roadside or on‑site breakdowns as required.
• Participate in the on‑call rota (additional payment provided).

Skills Required:

• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a team member.
• Experience in repairing and maintaining heavy machinery
• Full UK driving licence (HGV licence desirable)
• Familiarity with diagnostic equipment and tools is advantageous.
• Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic and hold a NVQ Level 3 or similar. xwzovoh

Desirable

• Welding experience (MIG/TIG) advantageous
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional and reliable approach to work

Breakdowns & Callouts

• Assist with roadside or on‑site breakdowns as required.
• Participate in the on‑call rota

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• HGV Mechanicing : 5 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)
• Work Location: In person