About This Role
We are recruiting an HGV technician to work with J Mould in Reading, in a modern new workshop that maintains our entire fleet. For anyone looking for HGV technician or HGV mechanic jobs in Reading and Berkshire, this is hands-on, varied work keeping our HGVs running safely and reliably.
Our HGV workshop is now under new management, bringing fresh energy, improved processes and a renewed commitment to excellence. You’ll be joining at a genuinely exciting point, helping shape how the workshop runs as it grows.
Why J Mould
We’re a family-owned demolition, waste management and recycling business that’s been part of Berkshire since 1969. Our workshop keeps the fleet that powers all of that work running safely and efficiently.
Joining our workshop means becoming part of a genuinely established, family-owned and managed operation, not just another garage. You’ll be working on vehicles that keep real demolition, waste and recycling projects moving across Berkshire, with a team that takes pride in getting it right.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Perform minor and major repairs on lorries and trailers
- Provide daytime breakdown cover, with no weekends or night time
- Carry out regular preventative maintenance on service lorries, including inspections and oil changes
- Maintain the parts inventory and keep the workshop clean
- Work with the repair team to diagnose problems and plan repairs
- Carry out regular diagnostic tests on trucks
- Keep accurate records of every repair performed
- Working hours: 50 hours, Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, with Saturday availability, 7am to 12pm
Skills & Experience
Qualifications
- Class 1 and/or Class 2 HGV licence preferred
- NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or an equivalent IRTEC qualification
Experience & Approach
- Proficiency diagnosing, repairing and maintaining HGVs, including engines, transmissions, braking systems and electrical components
- Previous experience as a mechanic, ideally specialising in HGVs, with a strong understanding of engines and hydraulic systems
- Strict adherence to health and safety regulations
- Clear communication with colleagues and clients, explaining repair procedures, giving updates and answering questions
Benefits
- Company vehicle (breakdown vehicle)
- Company pension
- Company events
- Free parking on site
- Employee Assistance Programme
