HGV & Plant Technician

Gap Technical Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business in Leyland is seeking a skilled HGV and Plant Technician to conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience, qualifications in vehicle maintenance, and strong diagnostic skills. This full-time role operates Monday to Friday, offering a competitive salary between £49,000 and £53,300.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience with HGV and plant maintenance.
• Apprentice trained and qualified in relevant technical qualifications.
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence – desirable.
• Experience in MOT preparation for tractor units and trailers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on vehicles to VOSA standards.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Liaise with workshop administrator for vehicle parts ordering.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

HGV and Plant Technician experience

Mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic welding skills

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

HGV and Plant Technician

£49,000 - £53,300

Leyland

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a HGV & Plant Technician to work at their facility based near Leyland

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGV's, Trailers, Pool Cars & Other Plant to VOSA standard
• Diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical & electrical faults using Texa diagnostic equipment
• Dismantle, repair/replace faulty components and test the new ones are working safely
• Liaise with HGV workshop administrator to order vehicle parts
• Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Person Specification

• 4+ Years of HGV/Plant Technician experience
• Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence (Desirable)
• MOT Preparation Experience - Tractor Units & Trailers
• Previous experience working with HGV's and Plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills
• Hardworking and can work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner
• IRTEC Accreditation (Desirable)
• Loler competence - experience in undertaking loler inspections - LEEA Apply

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gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 17/12/2025

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