Senior HGV Mechanic

About Holcim
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.
Since 1858, weve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.
Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.
Holcim UK Company Benefits
Competitive Salary, 20 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits -

all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge

focus on Health & Safety

Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to

support, inspire, and uplift women across the business .

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household , offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

Opportunities for

career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which

bring together employees

with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts

including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity
At

Holcim UK , were building progress for people and the planet, and were looking for an experienced

Senior HGV Mechanic

to join our team at our

Thames Materials site . This is a hands-on role where youll play a key part in maintaining and improving the reliability of our vehicle fleet, supporting the growth and development of other HGV Mechanics on site.
Were looking for a skilled HGV Mechanic to work on a

mixed fleet of tipper and grab trucks , carrying out everything from routine servicing through to diagnostics and

MOT preparation work , ensuring all vehicles are safe, compliant and ready for operation.
Youll be responsible for keeping our fleet operating efficiently, minimising downtime and ensuring all maintenance is completed to a high standard. As a senior member of the team, youll also support best practice across the workshop and contribute to continuous improvement.
What Youll Be Doing

Carrying out

servicing, maintenance and repairs

across a fleet of tipper and grab trucks

Preparing vehicles for

MOT inspections , ensuring compliance with all legal and safety standards

Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs to minimise downtime

Completing both

planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

and reactive repair work

Ensuring all work is carried out in line with

Health & Safety and DVSA standards

Maintaining accurate service records, inspection sheets and maintenance documentation

Supporting fleet reliability by identifying recurring issues and recommending improvements

Working closely with operations and logistics teams to ensure vehicle availability

Ensuring workshop tools, equipment and working areas are maintained to a high standard

Supporting and mentoring junior fitters or apprentices where required

What Youll Bring

Proven experience as an

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician , ideally in a similar fleet environment

Strong knowledge of

HGV maintenance, servicing and repair , including hydraulics and electrical systems

Experience working on

tipper and grab trucks

- Experience working with Volvo and Scania trucks would be beneficial but not essential

Solid understanding of

MOT preparation and vehicle compliance standards

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

A proactive and solution-focused approach to maintenance

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ/City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent)

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.

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