Location: Redditch (with travel to Bromsgrove as required)
Pay Rate: £20.72 per hour PAYE
Contract: Temporary – 3 months initially
Hours: 37 hours per week, alternating weekly shifts (6:30am–6:00pm)
Lynx Employment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HGV Mechanic to join a busy workshop team maintaining a fleet of almost 200 vehicles that support essential frontline services.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied fleet including HGVs, refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), sweepers, tankers, vans, tippers and specialist plant, ensuring vehicles remain safe, compliant and operational.
### The Role
Carry out servicing, maintenance, repairs and inspections on HGVs, light commercial vehicles and specialist equipment.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and ensure compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.
Complete chassis, bodywork and equipment repairs to VOSA standards.
Attend vehicle breakdowns and provide support across both Redditch and Bromsgrove depots when required.
Accurately complete workshop documentation and update fleet management systems.
Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping and customer service.
### About You
We're looking for someone with:
City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs and commercial vehicles.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
MIG welding experience (coded welding desirable but not essential).
Experience working on refuse collection vehicles, sweepers, tankers or similar specialist vehicles.
MOT Tester qualification (Class 4, 5 & 7) desirable.
VOSA/DVSA inspection knowledge.
Full LGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy workshop, working on a diverse fleet of specialist vehicles in a hands-on role with an immediate start available. If you're an experienced HGV Mechanic, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£20.72 - £20.72 per hour