Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Company: Kautec Recruitment
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Location: Kingswood
Job Description:

Overview

Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Expensed Van Provided

Your day starts when you start your vehicle. Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a mobile role where no two days are the same? We are looking for a self-motivated and independent Mobile Fleet Engineer to support a network of customer sites across the South West.

You will travel to customer workshops and rural sites carrying out servicing, repairs, and maintenance across a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment.

The equipment you will work on includes:

  • HGVs
  • Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
  • RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) equipment
  • Tractors and Tugs
  • Shunters
  • Cherry Pickers
  • Other specialist/ bespoke operating platforms

Responsibilities

  • Attending vehicle callouts
  • Carrying out preventative maintenance
  • Responding to emergency breakdowns
  • Pre-arranged servicing at customer and rural sites
  • MOT preparation
  • Engine work and diagnostic investigations
  • Rectifying running defects
  • Chassis and fabrication work
  • Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Improving vehicle standards and reliability
  • Electrical and wiring inspections and repairs

Coverage Area

  • You will be covering the following locations:
  • South Bristol
  • Bath
  • Frome
  • Weston-super-Mare
  • Glastonbury

About You

We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to work independently while representing the company professionally on customer sites.

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Enthusiastic and proactive
  • A strong problem solver with a can-do attitude
  • Committed to health and safety standards
  • Comfortable working independently in a mobile role

You must have a strong understanding of modern vehicle technology and be able to manage the repair process from fault diagnosis through to completion.

Requirements

  • Fully qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician or completion of a recognised Apprenticeship
  • Experience working with HGVs or commercial vehicles
  • Class 2 (Category C) licence – beneficial but not essential

Training & Development

The industry is evolving rapidly with the introduction of electric and hydrogen vehicles. Training will be provided on the latest products, systems, and repair techniques where required.

Benefits

  • Company van provided (expensed)
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private healthcare scheme
  • Ongoing training and development

About Kautec Recruitment

Kautec Recruitment is a growing automotive recruitment specialist connecting skilled technicians with leading employers across the industry.

If this role isn’t the right fit but you are considering a move, we would still love to hear from you.

Keywords

HGV, Heavy Goods Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle, RCV, Refuse Collection Vehicle, Tipper, Sweeper, Gritter, Mechanic, Vehicle Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Fitter, Workshop

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Posted: March 16th, 2026