Maintenance Technician (Heavy Plant Equipment)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Progression opportunities

Early Friday finish

Overtime availability

Company benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a heavy plant equipment fleet in Northampton. You will receive full training on the electrical skillset, with a clear path to NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance.

The role covers servicing, fault finding and on-site support to keep equipment compliant with safety standards. You will join a specialist lifting equipment company with progression opportunities, a strong reputation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance for heavy plant or agricultural machinery.
• Background in HGV, heavy plant or agricultural machinery maintenance.
• NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults both in the yard and on customer sites.
• Ensure all maintenance activities meet ISO and Health & Safety standards.
• Prepare equipment to the highest standard before it leaves the depot.
• Provide technical support to engineers, office staff and customers when required.
• Manage stock levels and identify parts requirements.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

HGV maintenance

Heavy Plant maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance

Job description

Maintenance Technician (Heavy Plant Equipment)

Training provided on the Electrical Skillset

£40,000 – £45,000 + Training + Progression + 1 Day of Holiday Each Year, Rising to 25 Days + Bank Holidays + Early Friday Finish + Overtime Availability + Company Benefits

Northampton

Are you an Agricultural or HGV Mechanic looking to receive full training on your electrical skillset and join a specialist lifting equipment company where you’ll play a key role in keeping a modern fleet operating safely and efficiently?

Do you enjoy a hands‑on role combining preventative maintenance, fault finding and technical problem solving, with the opportunity to support both the workshop and customer sites and to be put through an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance?

The company are a specialist provider of tower crane hire, sales and support services, delivering lifting solutions to construction projects across the UK.

With a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise and customer service, the company continues to invest in its equipment, people and operational standards, offering a stable environment with opportunities for long‑term development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Agricultural or HGV Mechanic looking to take ownership of maintaining yard equipment, supporting breakdowns, and ensuring all machinery is prepared to the highest quality and safety standards.

The Role:

• Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on plant equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults both in the yard and on customer sites
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with ISO and Health & Safety standards
• Prepare equipment to the highest standard before it leaves the depot
• Provide technical support to engineers, office staff and customers when required
• Manage stock levels and identify parts requirements

The Person:

• Mechanical maintenance experience
• Background in HGV, Heavy Plant or Agricultural Machinery maintenance

Job reference: BBBH27534c

Keywords: Plant Maintenance Engineer, Plant Engineer, Heavy Plant, Construction Plant, Crane Engineer, Tower Cranes, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, Rushden, Northampton, Northamptonshire

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.