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Posted 20 July, 2026

Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)

Kautec Recruitment Ltd
Bradley Stoke, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Mobile Fleet Engineer (HGV Mechanic)\n

Expensed Van Provided

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Your day starts when you start your vehicle.

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Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a mobile role where no two days are the same? We are looking for a self-motivated and independent Mobile Fleet Engineer to support a network of customer sites across the South West.

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You will travel to customer workshops and rural sites carrying out servicing, repairs, and maintenance across a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment.

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The equipment you will work on includes:

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    HGVs

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    Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

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    RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) equipment

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    Tractors and Tugs

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  • Shunters
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  • Cherry Pickers
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    Other specialist/ bespoke operating platforms

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Key Responsibilities\n
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    Attending vehicle callouts

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    Carrying out preventative maintenance

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    Responding to emergency breakdowns

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    Pre-arranged servicing at customer and rural sites

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    MOT preparation

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    Engine work and diagnostic investigations

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    Rectifying running defects

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    Chassis and fabrication work

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    Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

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    Improving vehicle standards and reliability

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    Electrical and wiring inspections and repairs

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Coverage Area\n

You will be covering the following locations:

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    South Bristol

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    Bath

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    Frome

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    Weston-super-Mare

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    Glastonbury

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About You\n

We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to work independently while representing the company professionally on customer sites.

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You should be:

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    Reliable and punctual

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    Enthusiastic and proactive

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    A strong problem solver with a can-do attitude

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    Committed to health and safety standards

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    Comfortable working independently in a mobile role

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You must have a strong understanding of modern vehicle technology and be able to manage the repair process from fault diagnosis through to completion.

Requirements\n
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    Fully qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician or completion of a recognised Apprenticeship

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    Experience working with HGVs or commercial vehicles

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    Class 2 (Category C) licence – beneficial but not essential

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Training & Development\n

The industry is evolving rapidly with the introduction of electric and hydrogen vehicles. Training will be provided on the latest products, systems, and repair techniques where required.

Benefits\n
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    Company van provided (expensed)

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    20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

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    Company pension scheme

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    Private healthcare scheme

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    Ongoing training and development

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About Kautec Recruitment\n

Kautec Recruitment is a growing automotive recruitment specialist connecting skilled technicians with leading employers across the industry.

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If this role isn't the right fit but you are considering a move, we would still love to hear from you.

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Keywords:
\n HGV, Heavy Goods Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle, RCV, Refuse Collection Vehicle, Tipper, Sweeper, Gritter, Mechanic, Vehicle Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Fitter, Workshop

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