About this Role

As an Asset Compliance Engineer within our Environmental Municipal Civil business, this role is ideally suited to an HGV Mechanic looking to use their skills in a varied, mobile engineering position. Working across customer sites and DGEMC workshops, you will keep our specialist hire fleet compliant, safe, and ready for operation.

• Carry out servicing, inspections, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and specialist municipal vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and braking faults with confidence
• Plan and complete PMI inspections in line with O Licence requirements
• Support hire contract activity including on hire and off hire processes

About You

You are an HGV Mechanic who enjoys autonomy, responsibility, and working directly with customers. You take pride in compliance, safety, and doing the job properly.

• Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, or similar role
• Confident working with engines, gearboxes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and braking systems
• Able to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach with customers and colleagues
• Full UK driving licence, with flexibility to travel to customer sites

If you are not sure you meet every requirement, please still apply. We value transferable HGV experience, attitude, and potential just as much as ticking every box.

About Us

Dawsongroup Environmental Municipal Civil is part of Dawsongroup, operating for over 90 years as a family business and over 50 years in asset rental, now under the ownership of KKR. We support local authorities, utilities, and contractors with reliable, well maintained HGVs and specialist municipal assets.

• A trusted name in asset rental built on integrity and long term partnerships
• Strong focus on compliance, safety, and asset uptime
• Investment in modern, well maintained fleets
• A culture that supports engineers and values practical expertise

Dawsongroup plc is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

About Your Future

You will be joining a business that understands the value of skilled HGV mechanics and invests in long term careers, not just jobs.

• 24 days standard leave allowance + Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme)
• 2x life assurance scheme
• Funded training and development opportunities
• Internal progression pathways across the UK and internationally
• Cycle to work schemes, wellbeing and mental health support, seasonal gifts, and long term incentives

If you are an HGV Mechanic looking to take your experience into a role with more variety, responsibility, and customer interaction, this could be your next step.

Join an asset rental business that truly values engineering expertise, because our people are our greatest asset.

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