In PersonOn-site role with daily site visits across Essex and East London.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service
About the job
Requirements
Be a fully trained HGV or MHE Engineer with relevant technical qualifications: C&G Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (Heavy Vehicle), IMI Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or equivalent, or NVQ/SNVQ Level 2 or above.
Have vehicle inspection experience to IRTEC standards and sound knowledge of PSV/PCV testing standards.
Have a current car licence with workshop experience, or an occupational licence (Category C for HGV).
Have strong IT skills and confidence using new systems.
Be highly motivated, independent, and well-organised, with an understanding of field-based work.
Responsibilities
Plan and organise work effectively in line with the business scheduling system and policies, including proactive member contact.
Carry out inspections and audits safely, to high standards, and meet productivity and time targets.
Complete reports and documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain electronic systems and protect data security.
Engage with members to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
Attend training and meetings as required, and support the Regional Operations Manager with additional duties.
Desired Qualifications
Membership of a professional body is desirable but not essential.
Have strong communication skills.
HGV Inspection Engineer
Logistics UK · Romford, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-20
Salary: GBP 44,041–44,041
Workplace: on_site
Department: Vehicle Inspection Services
Description
Are you a seasoned HGV professional ready for a fresh challenge? Logistics UK is looking for a knowledgeable HGV Inspection Engineer to become part of our respected and expanding Vehicle Inspection Team across London.
As a HGV Inspection Engineer, you won’t be getting your hands dirty with repairs, instead, you will use your technical knowledge to carry out professional audits and maintenance inspections across a wide range of vehicles and equipment. You will be the trusted advisor for our members, helping them stay compliant, understand regulatory changes, and identify areas for improvement.
This is a field based position, with daily site visits to our members across Essex and East London. You will be out and about, building relationships and supporting some of the biggest names in logistics and transport.
Why Join Logistics UK?
Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.
An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC
What’s in it for you?
Fully equipped company vehicle and fuel card provided.
PPE and branded workwear supplied.
All the tools and equipment you need to carry out inspections with confidence and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and organise your work effectively in line with the business scheduling system and policies, including proactive member contact.
Carry out inspections and audits safely, to high standards, and meet productivity and time targets.
Complete all reports and documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain electronic systems and ensure data security is protected.
Engage with members to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
Attend training and meetings as required, and support the Regional Operations Manager with additional duties.
This is a full time position (40 hours per week), offering a varied and flexible workload, with occasional early starts, late finishes, and weekend work as required.
Requirements
Fully trained HGV, or MHE Engineer with relevant technical qualifications; minimum requirement: C&G Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (Heavy Vehicle), IMI Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or Equivalent, NVQ/SNVQ Level 2 or above.
Vehicle inspection experience (to IRTEC standards) and sound knowledge of PSV/PCV testing standards.
A current car licence with workshop experience, or an occupational licence (Category C for HGV) is required.
Strong IT skills with confidence using new systems.
Highly motivated, independent, well-organised, with great communication skills and understanding of field-based work.
Membership of a professional body is desirable but not essential.
Benefits
Company vehicle
£44,041 salary per annum
South Eastern weighting (discretionary) allowance in addition to annual salary
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
Enhanced Family Leave policy
Flexible and remote working arrangements
Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work