Hgv/ Plant Mechanic

Kemp Recruitment Limited; East Langton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Birthday leave

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Kemp Recruitment Limited is seeking skilled HGV and Plant Mechanics to work across a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles, trailers and plant equipment. The role is hands-on, covering both mechanical and electrical systems, with diagnostic work using Jaltest equipment. Two positions are available.

Expect 47.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday, with early/late shifts negotiable. Pay ranges from £21.46 to £23.00 per hour, depending on experience, and benefits include pension, health and life

Qualifications

• 4+ years' practical HGV and/or Plant Mechanic experience
• Strong knowledge of multi-brand vehicles
• IRTEC certification
• Good mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills

Responsibilities

• Carry out 6-weekly vehicle and trailer inspections and servicing
• Complete preventative maintenance and MOT preparation
• Service and repair telehandlers and plant equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using Jaltest diagnostic equipment
• Repair and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, AdBlue, ABS and electrical components
• Attend breakdowns, including roadside and customer-site repairs as part of an on-call rota
• Carry out hydraulic and general mechanical repairs
• Maintain accurate inspection sheets, job sheets and parts records
• Communicate effectively regarding repairs, parts and expected completion times
• Follow all company health & safety procedures

Skills

HGV/Plant tech

IRTEC cert

Diagnostics

Team player

Independent worker

Education

IRTEC certification

Job description

The Opportunity

This is a genuinely varied, hands-on position working across a diverse fleet of HGVs, trailers and heavy plant equipment. With two positions available, we are looking for skilled mechanics who can hit the ground running and are confident working across both mechanical and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out 6-weekly vehicle and trailer inspections and servicing
• Complete preventative maintenance and MOT preparation
• Service and repair telehandlers and plant equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults using Jaltest diagnostic equipment
• Repair and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, AdBlue, ABS and electrical components
• Attend breakdowns, including roadside and customer-site repairs as part of an on-call rota
• Work on hook lift and RORO equipment
• Carry out hydraulic and general mechanical repairs
• Maintain accurate inspection sheets, job sheets and parts records
• Communicate effectively regarding repairs, parts and expected completion times
• Follow all company health & safety procedures

Requirements

• 4+ years' practical HGV and/or Plant Mechanic experience
• Strong knowledge of multi-brand vehicles
• IRTEC certification
• Good mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• 6+ years' experience
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Knowledge of LOLER regulations
• Hook lift / RORO experience
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and technically capable, with a positive, can-do attitude. You'll need excellent attention to detail, a strong work ethic and a genuine willingness to learn and develop your skills.

Hours & Pay

£21.46 – £23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

47.5 hours per week (45 working hours plus unpaid lunch breaks), Monday to Friday. Early and late shifts are available, with hours negotiable.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Birthday leave
• Free on-site parking
• Uniform provided
• Learning & development opportunities