Senior HGV/Plant Technician

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Hickling; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobile service van

Family-run business

Full-time hours

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd seeks an experienced Senior HGV/Plant Fitter to lead a small workshop team in maintaining Scania tippers, road sweepers, low loaders and related plant. The role blends workshop duties with occasional field repairs using a company van.

You will schedule inspections, MOTs, and servicing while ensuring compliance and accurate records are kept. UK-based candidates with a driving license are preferred for this full-time permanent position.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience as HGV Mechanic or Plant fitter.
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills for heavy vehicles and plant machinery.
• Knowledge of DVSA inspection standards and scheduling.
• Full UK driving license; HGV Class 1 or 2 is advantageous.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspections, MOT preparations, and servicing schedules.
• Repair, fault-find, and maintain a modern fleet including Scania vehicles.
• Balance workshop duties with mobile field service as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and service records for compliance.
• Collaborate within a small workshop team to minimize downtime.

Skills

HGV Mechanic

Plant Fitter

DVSA standards

Driving License

Job description

Job Title: Senior HGV / Plant Fitter

Location: East / West Midlands

Pay Rate: £18.00 - £21.00 per hour (DOE)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (10 hours/day)

Position: Full-Time, Permanent (Workshop-based with mobile van supplied)

About the Company

We are a leading independent construction plant hire and haulage company operating across the East and West Midlands. Built on firm family business foundations, we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service utilizing market-leading equipment, experienced accredited operators, and a dedicated team of industry professionals.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior HGV / Plant Fitter to join our close-knit workshop team of four.

In this pivotal role, you will take lead responsibility for scheduling and executing regular inspections, MOT preparations, and routine servicing across our varied fleet. The position is predominantly workshop-based, but you will also handle mobile field repairs using a company-supplied van when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and schedule HGV inspections, MOT preparations, and servicing schedules.
• Maintain, repair, and fault-find a modern fleet of Scania tippers, road sweepers, low loaders, light commercial vehicles, and associated construction plant.
• Balance workshop duties with mobile field service work as required.
• Maintain clean, safe, and accurate documentation/service records for compliance.
• Work collaboratively within a small workshop team to minimize vehicle downtime.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic / Plant Fitter (Senior level background preferred).
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills across heavy commercial vehicles (Scania experience is a plus) and heavy plant machinery.
• Practical knowledge of DVSA inspection standards and compliance scheduling.
• Full UK Driving License (HGV Class 1 or Class 2 license is advantageous).
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of prioritizing workshop tasks.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: £18.00 - £21.00 per hour depending on experience.
• Fully equipped mobile service van supplied for field work.
• Stable, full-time hours (Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM).
• Supportive working environment within a long-established, family-run business.