Vehicle Technician (Specialist Plant/ HGV)

Rise Technical; Scotland; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency in Scotland is looking for a Vehicle Technician with experience in HGVs and Plant equipment. This position offers a competitive salary of £38,500, plus overtime and benefits such as ongoing training and career progression. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background, excellent fault diagnosis skills, and be confident in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. The role requires flexibility in hours and a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and career development

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Workshop Technician, Plant Fitter, or similar role.
• Confident in diagnosing and repairing faults, ideally with electrical knowledge.
• Full UK Driving Licence essential, HGV Class 2 Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, maintenance, and repair work on HGV, LGV, and Plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Document repair and maintenance work accurately using the company's digital system.

Skills

Mechanical system knowledge

Hydraulic system knowledge

Electrical system knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Relevant qualifications in HGV/LGV/Plant/Mechanics

Job description

Vehicle Technician (Specialist Plant/ HGV)

37,000 - 38,500 + Overtime + OTE 45k 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Pension + Training + Progression + Benefits

Airdrie, North Lanarkshire

Are you an experienced Workshop Technician looking for a varied and hands-on role working with HGVs, LGVs, and Plant equipment? Do you want to join the UK's leading highways safety business, where you'll benefit from ongoing training, career development, and a competitive package?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading organisation, working in a supportive team environment with the chance to develop your skills further on specialist plant and vehicle equipment.

The Role

• Carry out service, maintenance, and repair work on HGV, LGV, and Plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks, including oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacements.
• Use diagnostic tools to fault-find and ensure the reliability of plant and vehicle systems.
• Document repair and maintenance work accurately using the company's digital system.

The Person

• Previous experience as a Workshop Technician, Plant Fitter, or similar role.
• Good technical knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Confident in diagnosing and repairing faults, ideally with electrical knowledge.
• Full UK Driving Licence essential, HGV Class 2 Licence desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in HGV/LGV/Plant/ Mechanics.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends when required.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary 38,500 with overtime available, stand by on call Payments OTE 45k+
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and death in service cover.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Free on-site parking.

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Douglass at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.