19 hgv technician jobs found

Mechanical Fitter Multiple Locations within a 20 miles Radius of Glasgow 19 week temp-to-perm Grade 1 - Days £26.83 p/h | Nights £31.32 p/h Grade 2 - Days £25.96 p/h | Nights £29.50 p/h Overview EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading UK logistics and multimodal transport operator that is currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters (HGV Technicians) across its Scottish operations. Operating one of the UK's largest integrated road and rail logistics networks, our client has built a reputation for operational excellence, technical expertise, and continuous investment in both its fleet and engineering infrastructure. With sites across Scotland and England, they provide a stable and progressive working environment for skilled engineering professionals. This opportunity offers a clear route into permanent employment following a 19-week temporary period, with excellent earning potential and long-term career prospects. What's in it for you? *...

Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Hourly pay rate: £22.50 Paye / £30.13 Umbrella Hours per week: Average 45 hours per week Shifts: Monday to Friday Days and Nights Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Position Summary: This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock Vehicles 221 and 170 units. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on modifications of Heavy Diesel engines. This is a Safety Critical position and is a requirement against the Service Agreement (SA). The position is based on a busy...

DO YOU HAVE HEAVY MECHANICAL FITTING EXPERIENCE - LOOKING FOR A ROLE WITH PROGRESSION - DON'T MIND GETTING YOU HANDS DIRTY AT WORK? Is yes then please read on! Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Hourly pay rate: £22.50 Paye / £30.13 Umbrella Hours per week: Average 45 hours per week Shifts: Monday to Thursday - DAYS only Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Position Summary: This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock Vehicles 221 and 170 units. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on...

Mechanical Technicians Location: East Yorkshire Rate: £21.57 PAYE / £29.00 Umbrella Hours: Minimum 45 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 06:30 - 15:30 Duration: Ongoing Contract Shorterm Group are recruiting for a number of Mechanical Modifications Technicians to join a major engineering project in East Yorkshire. Working within a modern rolling stock production facility, you will be involved in the implementation of a suite of modifications on new London Underground vehicles. Importantly, rolling stock experience is not essential. We are keen to hear from candidates with strong mechanical experience from a wide range of backgrounds, including: * PSV Technicians * HGV Technicians * Bus and Coach Engineers * Automotive Technicians * Plant Fitters * Military Vehicle Technicians * Aviation Engineers * Mechanical Fitters and Assemblers If you have solid hands-on mechanical experience and relevant qualifications, your application will be considered. Duties will...

Heavy Mechanical Fitter Mechanical Technician Overhaul Technician We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician to carry out Heavy maintenance on a fleet of Rail vehicles in Cardiff on a 6 month Contract basis. This role has a rate of £18.87 ph PAYE or £25.06 Umb -  36 hours a week (with possible overtime), Monday to Friday Days Earlies and Lates on a rotation!! The individuals must have experience in some form of heavy underframe overhaul or a relatable industry such as Vehicle maintenance, heavy engineering (REME, HGV, PSV etc) Your Tasks Carry out maintenance and overhaul of Rail Vehicles to laid down standards and procedures Working on the underframes of rail vehicles to refit/replace components as part of the overhaul. Your Profile Essential:   Experienced engineer, qualified to NVQ Level 3. Proven experience, involvement and understanding of vehicle maintenance activities such as Rail underframe or bogie overhauls or a relevant ulterior discipline If you are...

Shorterm Group are currently looking for maintenance technicians to work on a long term project at Three Bridges - Crawley for our rolling stock client. Start date: Mid July Interview date: End of June Role duties: Carrying out routine repairs, inspections and maintenance on rolling stock passenger vehicles. Investigating, diagnosing and rectifying mechanical & electronic faults Rectifying running defects Carrying out routine servicing General maintenance and repair Produce comprehensive reports on specific fault finding investigations Industries Considered: We welcome applicants from Rolling Stock, Aviation, Plant, Automotive, HGV, PSV, Marine, Armed Forces and other similar backgrounds Qualifications * Minimum requirements NVQ Level 2 award in a Mechanical discipline or equivalent. Location: Three Bridges depot - Crawley Contract: Long term rolling contract. Pay: £25.16 - £29.98 Umbrella (Depending on qualification and experience) Shift - Split, Days and Nights on...

Job title: Electrical Modification Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Shifts: Days with flexibility to do shifts when required Hours per week: Average 40 - 45 hours per week Rates: £23.15 PAYE / £30.13 Umbrella Duration: 12 Months+ Start date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Company Summary: They are a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance. Position Summary This position is for an electrically biased technician, to carry out both mechanical and electrical modifications, exam tasks and system testing. You will be expected to work from modification...

Job Title: Vehicle Technician – Military Vehicle Systems Location: Coventry CV6 Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months with potential extensions). Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Salary: £19 per hour (Fixed-Term Contract with benefits) Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications. ​ We’re hiring 10 Vehicle Technicians and we need them now. NP Aerospace is expanding its production capability to support high-priority defence programmes, and we’re building a team of skilled Vehicle Technicians to deliver it. This is your chance to work on specialist military vehicles where precision, quality and purpose genuinely matter. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re hands-on, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a team delivering vehicles that protect lives. With immediate starts available and strong potential for extension, this is a real opportunity to get involved in meaningful, high-impact...

Position: Fabricator Welder Location: Sheffield (Ideal for candidates based in Sheffield, Chesterfield, or Rotherham) Type: Temporary (with potential to become permanent after 12 weeks) Hourly Rate: £13.50 to £16.00 per hour (Dependent on Experience) Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PMWe are working with a leading provider of commercial vehicle solutions, currently seeking a skilled Fabricator Welder to join their growing team. This role is based on-site and offers the opportunity to secure a permanent position following a successful 12-week temporary period. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in fabrication and MIG welding. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately. Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment. A UK Driver's License is required; an HGV license is advantageous but not essential. Strong teamwork skills and a focus on quality and safety. Responsibilities: As a...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for M&E Site Supervisor on an 16 month contract based in Kent. Role Summary We are seeking an experienced M&E Supervisor to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of mechanical and electrical installation works on behalf of a Tier 1 framework contractor, supporting HVDC and high voltage substation projects. The successful candidate will provide hands-on supervision of M&E teams and subcontractors on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, and to the required quality and technical standards. Key Responsibilities • Day-to-day supervision of M&E installation works on site, coordinating labour, subcontractors, and plant to meet programme requirements • Supervising mechanical and electrical installation activities across HV substation and/or HVDC converter station works • Carrying out daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions to maintain a strong safety culture among the workforce • Conducting...

We are seeking a skilled Planning and Project Controls Engineer with strong experience in electrical infrastructure to join a leading Energy & Power Contractor. You will play a key role in supporting the planning, scheduling, and control of major transmission, distribution, and power‑sector projects across the UK. As a Planning and Project Controls Engineer, you will support project teams in developing, maintaining, and monitoring schedules, cost controls, and risk processes for complex electrical and power‑engineering schemes. You will work closely with Senior Planners, Project Managers, engineering leads and commercial teams to ensure accurate reporting, effective forecasting, and informed decision‑making that drives successful project delivery across substations, overhead lines, cable routes, and wider energy‑transition programmes. Key Responsibilities Support planning and scheduling for major electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, HV/LV systems, OHL,...

Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure & Access Roads Location: Isle of Skye Rate: £700 per day PAYE + holiday pay Contract Duration: 6 Months Rotation: 10 days on 4 days off.  Contract Scotland is delighted to be supporting a major infrastructure project on the Isle of Skye in the appointment of an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of critical civil engineering infrastructure and access road works. This is a high-profile opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a nationally significant project, overseeing the full lifecycle of complex civil engineering works from design coordination and procurement through to construction and completion. The Role Reporting to the Construction Director, you will take full responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of all civil engineering infrastructure and access road works, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, programme performance, and commercial control are maintained...

Electrical Inspector Location: Cumbria (Site Based) Contract: 12-Month Contract Rate: £45.00 per hour Hours: Full-time Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Inspector to join a major nuclear project in Cumbria. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring electrical installations, equipment, and systems are inspected and verified to meet project, quality, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Conduct inspections of electrical installations, systems, equipment, and associated documentation. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, project specifications, standards, and procedures. Witness electrical testing and commissioning activities. Review inspection and test plans (ITPs), test records, and quality documentation. Identify, document, and track non-conformances through to resolution. Monitor installation activities to ensure adherence to approved processes and standards. Produce detailed inspection reports and...

Senior HV Electrical Engineer North Yorkshire £65 per hour Initial 6-month contract Key experience required: Supporting HV operations across renewable and energy storage assets Experience working on systems up to 400kV Knowledge of HV switching procedures and operational safety standards Familiarity with HV plant including transformers, switchgear and protection relays Understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99/G100 and RfG Supporting outage planning, switching schedules and operational activities Experience reviewing protection schemes and relay coordination Strong understanding of HV asset maintenance and operational performance Ability to maintain technical and operational documentation Previous experience within BESS, renewables or utility-scale generation projects Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experienceIf this opportunity could be of interest, feel free to get in touch directly for more information

Site Engineer About the Role A leading organisation within the UK utilities and infrastructure sector is seeking a Site Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure and electricity projects based just outside Edinburgh. This role will focus on setting out, quality assurance, site supervision, and supporting the successful delivery of construction activities in line with project specifications and programme requirements. Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, and construction teams, you will help ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards while maintaining accurate engineering and site records. You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day site operations, carrying out engineering activities, monitoring installation quality, and ensuring all works are completed in accordance with project requirements and industry standards. Key Responsibilities * Carry out setting out activities and engineering duties as...

HV Transmission Senior Project Engineer Leading Contractor | Energy Sector | Plymouth-based | Hybrid | Long-term Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate | National Grid Experience Essential The Opportunity We're recruiting a Senior Project Engineer to lead HV Transmission and distribution projects from initiation through to handover. You'll work alongside project directors and senior managers, owning overall accountability for successful delivery across planning, design, construction and commissioning. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Plymouth-based | Hybrid working | Long-term contract MUST HAVE: National Grid experience. This is a senior role for a project professional with proven track record delivering HV transmission projects on National Grid frameworks. You'll provide technical and commercial leadership, manage teams, oversee design delivery, control costs and budgets, and ensure compliance with client requirements and safety standards. What You'll...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of rolling stock to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair components. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. To overhaul of rail components. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner. To adhere to written or verbal instructions.Requirements: Previous experience in mechanical roles, or a similar hands-on trade/engineering environment. Confident in the use of hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and follow technical instructions. Commitment to working...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...