Job Description

HGV Mechanic - Shetland Workshop

We are looking for a skilled and dependable

HGV Mechanic

to join our team at the Shetland Workshop. This role involves servicing, inspecting, and repairing heavy goods vehicles and trailers for both internal fleet and external customers. You'll play a key part in ensuring vehicles are safe, roadworthy, and maintained to high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out diagnostics, repairs, and servicing on a range of plant and vehicles, including HGVs Carry out statutory inspections Prepare for MOT tests Maintain accurate service records and promote workshop safet

What We're Looking For:

Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Engineering or Maintenance. Experience with commercial vehicles. Full UK driving licence (HGV Class 1 desirable). Strong fault-finding skills and mechanical knowledge. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

Rate of pay: 21.00 per hour plus islander allowance.

Company van available through salary sacrifice scheme. Company pension scheme. Group Life Assurance Access to Wellbeing Services Potential for overtime and call-out work. Opportunities for training and career development.
To apply, please email an up-to-date CV and covering letter to hr@northwardsltd.co.uk by 23.59 on 31st October 2025. Northwards reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Stephen Spence on Stephen.Spence@northwardsltd.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/10/2025