Mobile HGV Trailer Fitter
Job information
- Job reference: BH-72793
- Location: Preston, Lancashire
- Job type: Full Time, Permanent
- Job sector: HGV / Truck
- Salary: £17 - £18 per hour
- Published: July 10, 2026
Description
Mobile Trailer Fitter
Preston
£17.68 per hour
Monday to Friday 6am-4pm or 7am-5pm
Are you an experienced Trailer Fitter looking for a Monday to Friday role with no weekend shifts? We are looking for a skilled and qualified Mobile Trailer Fitter to join a well-established commercial vehicle maintenance operation in Preston.
This is a varied role where you’ll be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs to a fleet of commercial trailers, working across a large yard and between two local sites.
The Role of the Mobile Trailer Fitter
As a Mobile Trailer Fitter, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on commercial trailers.
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, brake and suspension faults.
- Preparing trailers to DVSA standards.
- Welding and fabrication repairs where required.
- Completing safety inspections and defect rectification.
- Working independently across the main yard and two local sites.
- Maintaining accurate job records and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
- Following all company health and safety procedures.
To be considered for this Mobile Trailer Fitter position, you will need:
- NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle, Trailer Maintenance or Commercial Vehicle Repair.
- Previous experience repairing and maintaining commercial trailers.
- Good diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage your workload.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
If you’re a qualified Mobile Trailer Fitter looking for a secure Monday to Friday position in Preston, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via this advert or call Chris at Kemp Recruitment on 07718937245
Your consultant
Chris Grimes
Head of FleetApply now
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