Vehicle Maintenance Engineer

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.

Are you curious about being part of our growth stor​y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.

Iron Mountain is seeking a skilled and reliable Vehicle Maintenance Engineer to join our Fleet Maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the operational readiness, safety, and compliance of our specialised fleet of collection and shredding vehicles. You will work closely with our team of dedicated transport professionals and drivers to keep our operations running smoothly, safely, and without breakdown delays.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Fleet Maintenance & Compliance: Execute routine servicing, safety inspections, preventative maintenance, and pre-inspection preparations for annual Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Ministry of Transport (MOT) testing on Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) and Large Goods Vehicles (LGVs).

• Specialised Machinery Upkeep: Service, repair, and optimise onboard heavy-duty shredding machinery, hydraulic systems, and automated loading mechanisms to ensure safe and efficient mobile asset destruction.

• Technical Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Utilise advanced diagnostic software to identify and resolve complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and 12v/24v auto-electrical faults across both the truck chassis and shredding control panels.

• Documentation & Safety Leadership: Maintain meticulous service records, defect sheets, and inventory logs while strictly adhering to health and safety regulations to ensure all machinery guards and safety cut-offs function perfectly.

• Breakdown Support: Provide rapid response to vehicle and machinery issues to minimise client delays and safely return drivers to their routes.

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience working on commercial trucks (HGVs and LGVs) within a fast-paced workshop environment.

• Strong technical knowledge of heavy hydraulics, pneumatics, auto-electrics, and mechanical fault diagnosis.

• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

• A valid United Kingdom driving license (a HGV/Class 2 license is highly preferred).

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, a proactive approach to vehicle safety, and basic welding or fabrication skills (preferred).

• The ability to successfully pass a standard background and security screening, as required for handling secure assets.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience.

• Generous paid time off and annual holiday allowance.

• Flexible work choices and alternative work options to support work–life balance.

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.

• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development pathways to grow your career.

If you are a dedicated mechanic looking to take your technical skills to the next level with specialised, high-tech fleet machinery, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join the Iron Mountain team!

Category: Operations Group