HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter recruitment agency listing
HGV mechanics are key contributors to the automotive industry and are responsible for the servicing and repairs of heavy goods vehicles typically used for distribution and haulage. A HGV mechanic will typically undertake tasks such as maintenance, diagnosing and addressing faults and giving technical advice. The job role requires specialist skills and automotive recruitment agencies are likely to have a database of live candidates with the qualities to excel in the position. An agency will also utilise bespoke search tactics to source the most in demand candidates in the market.
Salary expectations
Salaries for HGV mechanics can vary depending on experience and where they're based, although the average earnings tend to be around £25K per annum. New entrants into the job role will start on pay between £8K-12K but training and years of experience can see this rise to £30K+. The highest salaries are usually in the South East of the UK and this location also offers the best job opportunities for candidates.
Entry requirements for a HGV Mechanic
Candidates don't need specific qualifications to become a HGV mechanic but employers will favour those with GCSEs in science, English and maths. Another alternative is to look at an apprenticeships with the likes of Volvo Trucks or DAF. Once hired, personnel will be expected to complete technical training such as an NVQ and this will usually be provided through the employer. Previous exposure to heavy goods vehicles is desired as is any experience in repairs and maintenance.
Other qualities necessary for candidates looking to enter the field include attention to detail, a methodical way of thinking and the ability to solve problems. Successful applicants should also show an enthusiasm for vehicles and the automotive industry. Specialist HGV recruitment agencies can identify professionals with these skills and recommend them for permanent, temporary and contract vacancies.
The Resolute Group
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Administration, Aviation, Construction, Consulting, Creative / Design, Defence, Engineering, Environmental, Executive / Management, Facilities Management, Headhunting, Health & Safety, Housebuilding, Personnel / HR, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Marketing, Project Management, Property, Purchasing, Rail, Telecommunications, Energy / Renewable Energy, FMCG
Multi Trades Recruitment Ltd
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Aviation, Construction, Creative / Design, Defence, Driving, Engineering, Headhunting, Health & Safety, Housebuilding, Industrial, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Project Management, Property, Rail, Security
Trade Team Recruitment Ltd
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Administration, Agriculture, Aviation, Construction, Driving, Engineering, Facilities Management, Health & Safety, Industrial, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Printing & Publishing, Project Management, Property, Rail, Space & Satellite
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Top Grade Recruitment Ltd
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Administration, Agriculture, Construction, Creative / Design, Call Centre / Customer Service, Electronics, Engineering, Food & Drink, Health & Safety, Personnel / HR, Industrial, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Printing & Publishing, Project Management, Property, Purchasing, Sales, Shipping, Energy / Renewable Energy, FMCG
Hague Personnel
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Accounting & Finance, Administration, Aviation, Call Centre / Customer Service, Engineering, Environmental, Health & Safety, Personnel / HR, Industrial, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Pharmaceutical, Printing & Publishing, Purchasing, Retail, Sales, Shipping, FMCG
Nelson Recruitment Services Ltd
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Accounting & Finance, Administration, Agriculture, Arts, Aviation, Banking, Biotechnology, Catering and Hospitality, Charity, Construction, Consulting, Creative / Design, Call Centre / Customer Service, Domestic / Child Care, Driving, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental, Executive / Management, Facilities Management, Fashion, Financial Services, Food & Drink, Graduate, Headhunting, Health Care, Health & Safety, Housebuilding, Personnel / HR, Industrial, Information Industry, Insurance, IT, Legal, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Marketing, Market Research, Media, Multilingual & Language, Not-for-profit, Pharmaceutical, PR, Printing & Publishing, Project Management, Property, Purchasing, Rail, Retail, Sales, Training / Learning, Science, Security, Shipping, Space & Satellite, Sport, Recreation & Leisure, Tax, Telecommunications, Travel, Energy / Renewable Energy, FMCG, Digital
Equation Recruitment
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Accounting & Finance, Administration, Aviation, Banking, Charity, Construction, Consulting, Creative / Design, Call Centre / Customer Service, Defence, Driving, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental, Executive / Management, Facilities Management, Fashion, Financial Services, Food & Drink, Government / Public Sector, Graduate, Headhunting, Health & Safety, Housebuilding, Personnel / HR, Industrial, Information Industry, Insurance, IT, Legal, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Marketing, Market Research, Media, Not-for-profit, PR, Printing & Publishing, Property, Purchasing, Rail, Retail, Sales, Training / Learning, Science, Security, Shipping, Space & Satellite, Sport, Recreation & Leisure, Tax, Telecommunications, Travel, Spa & Beauty, Energy / Renewable Energy, FMCG, Digital
Staffbase Recruitment
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Accounting & Finance, Administration, Catering and Hospitality, Construction, Call Centre / Customer Service, Driving, Engineering, Industrial, Insurance, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Marketing, Retail, Sales
The Best Connection
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Administration, Aviation, Catering and Hospitality, Construction, Call Centre / Customer Service, Defence, Driving, Electronics, Engineering, Executive / Management, Facilities Management, Food & Drink, Headhunting, Health & Safety, Industrial, IT, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Pharmaceutical, Purchasing, Rail, Security, Telecommunications
Jacob Thomas Associates
Drivers Ltd
Igloo
Platinum Recruitment Agency
Wagstaff
Landers Recruitment
Foresight Recruitment Solutions
Pin Point Recruitment
Xquisite Recruitment
Erik Juhler
Swift Personnel Limited
Skylan Recruitment
Recruit Mint Ltd
Logic 360 Ltd
Red House Recruitment
Gi Group
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Unity Recruitment
Zenith People
XCL Management ltd
KPI People
Manpower
SG Personnel Ltd
RSE Group Ltd
Aspen Wolf Ltd
Connect Appointments
Industries covered: Automotive, plus: Accounting & Finance, Administration, Aviation, Banking, Catering and Hospitality, Construction, Consulting, Creative / Design, Call Centre / Customer Service, Defence, Driving, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental, Executive / Management, Facilities Management, Financial Services, Food & Drink, Government / Public Sector, Headhunting, Health & Safety, Personnel / HR, Industrial, Information Industry, Insurance, IT, Legal, Logistics, Manufacturing / Production, Marketing, Media, Multilingual & Language, Pharmaceutical, PR, Printing & Publishing, Project Management, Purchasing, Sales, Shipping, Space & Satellite, Telecommunications, Travel, Energy / Renewable Energy, FMCG, Digital