Mobile HGV Technician

Join a world-renowned multinational and take your HGV career on the road.
Work with specialist vehicles, earn up to -44,000, and enjoy real autonomy in a mobile role.
Excellent overtime, strong benefits, and long-term progression with a market leader.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mobile HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, PSV Technician, or Plant Fitter looking for a stable, well-paid role with a respected global business.

Role Details

• Job Title: Mobile HGV Technician
• Location: Basildon and Surrounding areas
• Salary: Up to -44,000 per annum (paid door to door)
• Hours: Between 8:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Overtime: x1.5

The Role
As a Mobile HGV Technician, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of specialist HGVs, both on customer sites and at depot level. This is a customer-facing position where professionalism, technical expertise, and pride in your work are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic analysis, repairs, and preventative maintenance
• Provide a high-quality, customer-facing technical support service
• Complete PDI inspections and planned maintenance activities
• Repair vehicles and equipment on-site or at depot in line with manufacturer and company standards
• Handover equipment to customers and demonstrate safe operation procedures
• Accurately complete all paperwork including job sheets, inspection reports, and calibrations
• Act as a professional ambassador for the business at all times
• Perform mechanical maintenance, testing, and repairs on:
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Pumps, compressors, motors, and ancillary equipment
• Read and interpret schematic drawings

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in auto-electrical fault diagnosis and repair
• Confident using electronic diagnostic equipment
• Hands-on experience with HGVs or specialist vehicles
• Backgrounds considered:
  • Mobile HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic or workshop based
  • PSV Technician / Bus Mechanic
  • Heavy Plant Fitter
• Desirable - Experience working with Distribution Tractors, Ro-Ro Tractors and other specialist vehicles.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• City & Guilds Level 3 - Vehicle Mechanical & Electronic Systems (Maintenance & Repair) or equivalent (advantageous)

What''s On Offer

• Competitive salary up to -44,000 plus overtime
• Secure, full-time position with a market-leading company
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training
• Excellent benefits package including:
  • Company pension scheme
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Free or subsidised travel
  • Wellness programme
  • Ongoing training and clear career progression

For more information about the Mobile HGV Technician role, please contact Sophie Ranson at E3 Recruitment.