HGV/Plant Mechanic
Job in
East Midlands, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
JT Recruit
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Automotive Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Mechanic – Light & Heavy Vehicles / Plant Technician
Location:
Croft
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
- 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
- City & Guilds (or equivalent in vehicle maintenance)
- MOT Tester licence
- HGV Licence (Category
C)
- HGV Class C+E licence
- Experience with plant machinery
- IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)
- Ongoing professional development
- Problem‑solving and decision‑making
- Communication and teamwork
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
- Planning and prioritising workload
- Occasional out‑of‑hours work may be required
- Participation in an on‑call/standby rota
- Training and development opportunities provided
- Willing to wear PPE/uniform
- Commitment to health & safety and equality standards
- 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
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