HGV / Plant Mechanic

Mechanic – Light & Heavy Vehicles / Plant Technician

Location: Croft

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanic/Technician to join my clients Transport Operations team. You’ll help keep our fleet of vehicles and plant equipment safe, roadworthy, and running efficiently.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same—from diagnosing faults to carrying out repairs and servicing a wide range of vehicles.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing light and heavy vehicles and plant equipment

• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults

• Carrying out inspections, servicing, and MOT testing

• Completing repairs to a high standard

• Keeping accurate job records and paperwork

• Following all health & safety procedures

• Supporting and mentoring apprentices

• Helping improve workshop efficiency and productivity

What they are Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working in a workshop or garage

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Good organisation and time management

• Knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance (cars, HGVs, or plant)

• Understanding of health & safety practices

• Full UK driving licence

Qualifications (or willing to work towards):

• City & Guilds (or equivalent in vehicle maintenance)

• MOT Tester licence

• HGV Licence (Category C)

Desirable (Nice to Have):

• HGV Class C+E licence

• Experience with plant machinery

• IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)

• Ongoing professional development

Key Skills

• Problem-solving and decision-making

• Communication and teamwork

• Ability to stay calm under pressure

• Planning and prioritising workload

Working Hours & Flexibility

• Occasional out-of-hours work may be required

• Participation in an on-call/standby rota

• Training and development opportunities provided

Other Requirements

• Willing to wear PPE/uniform

• Commitment to health & safety and equality standards

Why Join them?

• Work on a varied fleet of vehicles and equipment

• Be part of a supportive, skilled workshop team

• Opportunities for training and career development

• Contribute to essential public services