Plant & LGV Mechanic
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Title</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Workshop-Based Plant & LGV Mechanic</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Tipton</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our Company</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Doocey Group is a long-established, family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years of industry experience. Built on strong Black Country values, we pride ourselves on integrity, reliability, responsiveness and a commitment to delivering high standards in everything we do.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Over the past 10 years, Doocey Group has experienced significant growth, achieved through consistently deliver high-quality work for our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. Our success is built to deliver safely and reliably in a fast-paced and often challenging environment.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">As we approach a turnover of £100m, this marks an important milestone in our journey and reflects the hard work, ambition and dedication of our teams across the business. If you are looking to join a growing organisation that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you will feel right at home at Doocey Group.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of plant machinery and LGV vehicles within a workshop environment, ensuring all equipment remains safe, compliant and operational.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Responsibilities</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Service, inspect and repair plant and LGV vehicles.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete preventative maintenance inspections.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Prepare vehicles and plant for operational deployment.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete job cards and maintenance records.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain a clean and organised workshop.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support breakdown and recovery activities.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Assist with refurbishment projects and major repairs.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Attend mandatory training and record CPD.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Call Out based on a rolling Rota</span></li>
</ul>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Technical Skills & Experience</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience maintaining plant machinery and/or LGVs.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ability to work independently and within a team.</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Qualifications & Training</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>NVQ Level 2/3 in Heavy Vehicle, Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering, Iretec Accredited (desirable).</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Full UK Driving Licence.</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>LGV/HGV Licence desirable.</span></li>
</ul>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Additional Information</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 29 Sep 2026
- Location: Tipton, Sandwell
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Category: Automotive/Aerospace
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