HGV Fitter

  • Permanent
  • Preston, Lancashire
  • Posted: 6th September 2026
  • Salary: £40000 - £47000 per annum
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17387
  • Industry:
  • Location: Preston, Lancashire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

Monday to Friday days, Permanent position, up to £46,644 per annum (£23.00 per hour DOE) + Overtime.

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced HGV Fitter to join a growing specialist vehicle manufacturer based in the Leyland area. The company designs, builds and services a range of specialist commercial and municipal vehicles and is continuing to invest in its workshop and engineering teams due to increased demand.

Working as part of a skilled workshop team, the HGV Fitter will be responsible for servicing, repairing and modifying heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring they are completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Duties of the HGV Fitter:

  • Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs and specialist vehicles
  • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults
  • Installing and replacing vehicle components and equipment
  • Completing inspections, safety checks and preventative maintenance
  • Working from engineering drawings, job sheets and service schedules
  • Preparing vehicles for MOT and final inspection
  • Completing all job documentation accurately
  • Maintaining high housekeeping and health & safety standards

We would welcome people to apply that have:

  • Previous experience as an HGV Fitter, HGV Technician or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
  • Experience working on commercial vehicles, refuse vehicles, municipal vehicles or plant equipment
  • Strong mechanical fault-finding ability
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems would be advantageous
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a busy workshop team
  • NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent is desirable but not essential

What’s on offer for the HGV Fitter:

  • Up to £23.00 per hour depending on experience
  • Overtime available at enhanced rates
  • Monday to Friday working hours
  • Permanent, long-term position
  • Modern, well-equipped workshop
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Weekly pay
  • Free onsite parking

If you would like a private chat about the HGV Fitter role, please contact Maisie at E3 Recruitment.

 
 

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