Senior HGV Mechanic

Holcim
Uxbridge, Greater London

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, we’ve 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 , we’re building progress for people and the planet, and we’re looking for an experienced Senior HGV Mechanic to join our team at our Thames Materials site . This is a hands-on role where you’ll 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.

We’re 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.

You’ll 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, you’ll also support best practice across the workshop and contribute to continuous improvement.

What You’ll 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 You’ll 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.

Posted 2026-03-19

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