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HGV Mechanic

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Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Solihull, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£19.7 - £19.7 Hourly
Full-Time
Salary: £19.66 per hour

Overtime after 45 hours will be paid at £24.58ph

Occasional Sundays or Bank Holidays will be paid at £29.49ph

Exclusive use of a company van

Hours: 45 hours per week - alternative shift pattern

Week 1 : 06:00 - 15:30

Week 2 : 07:30 - 17:00

Plus alternative Saturdays 7am - 12pm paid at £24.58ph

Location: Solihull, B92 0LP

This facility is one of the largest livestock bedding suppliers in the country with over 40 years of experience in producing and supplying a range of high-quality animal bedding.

What we can offer you;

On the job training provided

20 days of annual leave increasing by one day per year after 2 years service to a maximum of 25 days

Access to our people's pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you will be doing:

You will be working alongside other technicians to repair and maintain a fleet of HGVs and trailers, working out of the vehicle maintenance workshop.

Trailer inspections and repairs

Carry out PPM and/or fault finding on HGV/LGV units and trailers

Moffat inspections and repairs

Hydraulic works on multiple types of units / trailers

Electrical works on multiple types of units / trailers

Work on bespoke "blower" trailers (including blowing equipment)

Fault-finding and brake testing/braking systems

Pre LOLER inspections to fleet, where applicable

Some aspects of welding and fabricating

Attend off-site breakdowns

What are we looking for?

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics and experience

Good awareness of safe working practices / Health & Safety

Desirable: IRTEK qualification, HGV licence, Autoelectric qualification, hydraulic qualification or experience

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Reference: 225350122

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HGV Mechanic

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Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library

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Solihull, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£19.7 - £19.7 Hourly
Full-Time
Salary: £19.66 per hour

Overtime after 45 hours will be paid at £24.58ph

Occasional Sundays or Bank Holidays will be paid at £29.49ph

Exclusive use of a company van

Hours: 45 hours per week - alternative shift pattern

Week 1 : 06:00 - 15:30

Week 2 : 07:30 - 17:00

Plus alternative Saturdays 7am - 12pm paid at £24.58ph

Location: Solihull, B92 0LP

This facility is one of the largest livestock bedding suppliers in the country with over 40 years of experience in producing and supplying a range of high-quality animal bedding.

What we can offer you;

On the job training provided

20 days of annual leave increasing by one day per year after 2 years service to a maximum of 25 days

Access to our people's pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you will be doing:

You will be working alongside other technicians to repair and maintain a fleet of HGVs and trailers, working out of the vehicle maintenance workshop.

Trailer inspections and repairs

Carry out PPM and/or fault finding on HGV/LGV units and trailers

Moffat inspections and repairs

Hydraulic works on multiple types of units / trailers

Electrical works on multiple types of units / trailers

Work on bespoke "blower" trailers (including blowing equipment)

Fault-finding and brake testing/braking systems

Pre LOLER inspections to fleet, where applicable

Some aspects of welding and fabricating

Attend off-site breakdowns

What are we looking for?

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 in HGV Motor Mechanics and experience

Good awareness of safe working practices / Health & Safety

Desirable: IRTEK qualification, HGV licence, Autoelectric qualification, hydraulic qualification or experience

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive
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Reference: 225350122

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