Senior HGV and Plant Technician

Gap Personnel; Leyland; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business is seeking a Senior HGV & Plant Technician to join their team in Leyland. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in HGV and plant maintenance, with responsibilities including routine inspections, repairs, and documentation. A City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair is required. The position offers a salary range of £54,000 - £61,700 with a days-only schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in HGV and Plant Technician roles.
• Able to carry out maintenance, repairs, and inspections to VOSA standard.
• Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on HGVs and plant equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of repairs.

Skills

HGV / Plant Technician experience

Mechanical & electrical fault diagnosis

Communication skills

Basic welding skills

Hydraulic and auto electrical skills

Education

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

Tools

Texa diagnostic equipment

Job description

Overview

Senior HGV and Plant Technician

£54,000 - £61,700

Leyland

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGVs, 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
• Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and accurate records are maintained
• Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Person Specification

• 8+ 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 HGVs and Plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills
• Ability to lead a small team as well as use own initiative to work independently
• Hardworking and can work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner
• IRTEC Accreditation (Desirable)
• Loler competence - experience in undertaking LOler inspections - LEEA

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Closing Date : 17 / 12 / 2025

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