Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Description:

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

Key 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.

You should be:

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