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