HGV Mechanic (Woodbridge, Suffolk)

East Suffolk Council
Woodbridge
3 days ago
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Location: IP13 6ET, Woodbridge, Suffolk, Suffolk, East Anglia, UKJob Title: HGV MechanicLocation: Ufford, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6ETSalary: £34,094.05 - £46,312.43 per annum, career grade (dependent on experience)Job Type: Full Time, PermanentWorking Hours: 40 hours per weekClosing date: 11.30pm, 4 January 2026Be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference. At East Suffolk Services, we proudly deliver a wide range of essential local services that support the lives of over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district.We're a new, growing organisation, full of energy, ambition, and purpose. As part of our team, you'll play an important role in helping us shape high-quality, efficient services that people rely on every single day. This is more than just a job. This is a fantastic opportunity to support and give back to your local community. We currently have an opportunity to join our Fleet Maintenance team as an HGV Mechanic.Your role:As an integral part of our Workshop Team, you will inspect, service, maintain, diagnose, and repair vehicles. This includes our Refuse lorries, to ensure they are fit for purpose and meet health and safety and legal requirements. You will attend breakdown callouts (inside normal working hours) and ensure both internal and external customers receive excellent customer service. As an integral role within the business, you keep everything moving.You will have the benefit of:A consistent Monday - Friday work pattern meaning you'll be working 8 hours a dayNo night shifts involved and only 3 fixed Saturday shifts each year, we respect your time, value your expertise, and give you the space to enjoy a good work-life balanceWorking closely with teams across the business but particularly our Waste and Recycling department to keep their vehicles on the road, safe, and well maintainedBeing part of a supportive, motivated and ambitious team.What you will need:To be qualified and experienced with a mechanical background.To be a hard-working and motivated team player who uses their own initiative, bringing technical expertise to make sound judgementsA full UK Category B driving licence is an essential requirement of this role and if not already held, then a willingness to undertake a Category C driving licence.Are you an experienced mechanic looking to join our team?Or perhaps you're a qualified light vehicle mechanic eager to upskill and transition into an HGV Mechanic role?Even if you don't currently meet all of our qualification requirements, we'd still love to hear from you! We offer training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Get in touch today and let's explore how we can support your journey.Thinking of joining us? Here's why you should:At East Suffolk Services, we truly value our employees. We understand that the backbone of any company's success will always be its people and that our continued success depends on recognising talented individuals, supporting their development, and retaining them within our organisation. That's why we are committed to making East Suffolk Services a great place to work.We value our staff:In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits designed to support your health, development, and lifestyle.These include:A top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life, one of the UK's leading providers, including online access to UK-based GPs and dentists, plus life insurance.A competitive, matched pension scheme through Royal London.Access to a wide range of support networks and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health resources and specialist counselling.Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role and personal goals.Exclusive discounts on the latest tech (smartphones, TVs, laptops), holidays and travel, fashion, health and beauty, and more.A car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme to support your commute in a way that suits you.Additional Information:Want to find out more? If you would like to visit us for an informal drop-in session to see the workshop facilities, meet the manager, and get a feel for the depot then please give us a call to arrange, we'll fit around your work commitments so can offer a drop-in early morning, evening, or weekend.Alternatively, for more information about this role, please visit our website.Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 January 2026Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early, at our discretion, so would encourage you to submit your CV as soon as possible if you are interested in the vacancy.Interviews: OngoingPlease click on the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role or instead drop your CV off at our depot.Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician, HGV Technician, HGV Engineer, LGV Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Support Technician, Maintenance Support Engineer, may all be considered.TPBN1_UKTJ

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