HGV Mechanic

HGV Technician / HGV Fitter / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Salary: Approximately £49,500 per annum (average earnings) Alecto Recruitment is working on behalf of a long-established commercial vehicle rental and maintenance business. We are seeking an experienced HGV Technician to join their modern, fully equipped workshop based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated technician looking for long-term stability, a wide variety of work and a supportive team environment. Requirements: City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical discipline Time-served technician (HGV or similar) IRTEC accreditation (advantageous) You must have strong technical ability and experience diagnosing, maintaining and repairing heavy goods vehicles to manufacturer standards. Key Responsibilities: Carry out routine servicing, inspections and general repairs Diagnose and rectify faults using modern diagnostic systems Complete all work to current manufacturer standards Report findings accurately and work closely with the Workshop Manager Order parts efficiently and maintain a safe working environment Ensure work is completed correctly the first time and within set timeframes Any of the following would be an advantage: Experience working on tippers, tipper grabs or beaver tails Knowledge of cranes or hydraulic systems Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) HGV licence Strong understanding of the latest diagnostic equipment Hours & Earnings Breakdown Basic Hours (40 hrs @ £17.30/hr): £35,984 Average Overtime (7.5 hrs weekly @ time-and-a-half): £10,120 Alternate Saturday Mornings (5 hrs @ time-and-a-half): £3,373 Total Average Annual Earnings: £49,477.74 In addition, you will be enrolled into a non-contractual company profit share scheme following the qualifying period. Benefits Monday to Friday, 07:00-17:00 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Death in Service (2x salary) Free onsite parking Onsite kitchen facilities Onsite gym How to Apply If you are an experienced HGV Technician, HGV Fitter, or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking to join a highly reputable business, please apply through Indeed. Alecto Recruitment will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. INDHP If you would like to know more about this position, then please forward your CV to (url removed) immediately. If you would like to discuss this position, please call (phone number removed) ext 223 and ask to speak to Chloe. Please note Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy