Skips R Us, a leading waste management company, is hiring a Full-time HGV Mechanic/Plant Fitter to join our growing team.
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.
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:
Experience:
- HGV Mechanicing : 5 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
- Work Location: In person