Mobile Vehicle Engineer
| Company: | Kautec Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £47,000 to £52,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | RG28 7AH |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Mobile Vehicle Engineer
Your day starts when you start your vehicle.
Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for a mobile role where no two days are the same? We are looking for a self-motivated and independent Mobile Fleet Engineer to support a network of customer sites across the South West.
You will travel to customer workshops and rural sites carrying out servicing, repairs, and maintenance across a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment.
The equipment you will work on includes:
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HGVs
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Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
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RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) equipment
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Tractors and Tugs
• Shunters
• Cherry Pickers
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Other specialist/ bespoke operating platforms
Key Responsibilities
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Attending vehicle callouts
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Carrying out preventative maintenance
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Responding to emergency breakdowns
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Pre-arranged servicing at customer and rural sites
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MOT preparation
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Engine work and diagnostic investigations
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Rectifying running defects
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Chassis and fabrication work
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Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
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Improving vehicle standards and reliability
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Electrical and wiring inspections and repairs
Coverage Area
You will be covering the following locations:
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South Bristol
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Bath
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Frome
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Weston-super-Mare
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Glastonbury
About You
We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to work independently while representing the company professionally on customer sites.
You should be:
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Reliable and punctual
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Enthusiastic and proactive
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A strong problem solver with a can-do attitude
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Committed to health and safety standards
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Comfortable working independently in a mobile role
You must have a strong understanding of modern vehicle technology and be able to manage the repair process from fault diagnosis through to completion.
Requirements
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Fully qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician or completion of a recognised Apprenticeship
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Experience working with HGVs or commercial vehicles
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Class 2 (Category C) licence – beneficial but not essential
Training & Development
The industry is evolving rapidly with the introduction of electric and hydrogen vehicles. Training will be provided on the latest products, systems, and repair techniques where required.
Benefits
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Company van provided (expensed)
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20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Company pension scheme
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Private healthcare scheme
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Ongoing training and development
About Kautec Recruitment
Kautec Recruitment is a growing automotive recruitment specialist connecting skilled technicians with leading employers across the industry.
If this role isn’t the right fit but you are considering a move, we would still love to hear from you.
Keywords:
HGV, Heavy Goods Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle, RCV, Refuse Collection Vehicle, Tipper, Sweeper, Gritter, Mechanic, Vehicle Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Fitter, Workshop
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