Workshop-Based Plant & LGV Mechanic

Doocey Group; Ocker Hill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Doocey Group, a national civil engineering and utility contractor, is seeking a Workshop-Based Plant & LGV Mechanic to join our team. You will service, inspect and repair plant machinery and LGV vehicles in a workshop, ensuring safety, compliance and operational readiness.

Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, preparing vehicles for deployment and maintaining accurate maintenance records, with calls for breakdown support and CPD training.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Heavy Vehicle, Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering is desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• LGV/HGV Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect and repair plant and LGV vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections.
• Prepare vehicles and plant for operational deployment.
• Complete job cards and maintenance records.
• Maintain a clean and organised workshop.
• Support breakdown and recovery activities.
• Attend mandatory training and record CPD.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Call Out based on a rolling Rota.

Skills

Fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Plant/LGV maintenance

Communication

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Heavy Vehicle/Plant

Job description

We are a national multi-disciplined civil engineering and utility contractor providing comprehensive services across water, drainage, gas, electricity, highways, and infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on quality, supported by ISO-accredited management systems and continuous staff development, we ensure high service standards and foster long-term client relationships built on trust and confidence.

We are currently seeking a Workshop-Based Plant & LGV Mechanic to join our team.

Responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of plant machinery and LGV vehicles within a workshop environment, ensuring all equipment remains safe, compliant and operational.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect and repair plant and LGV vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections.
• Prepare vehicles and plant for operational deployment.
• Complete job cards and maintenance records.
• Maintain a clean and organised workshop.
• Support breakdown and recovery activities.
• Assist with refurbishment projects and major repairs.
• Attend mandatory training and record CPD.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Call Out based on a rolling Rota

Core Skills

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Experience maintaining plant machinery and/or LGVs.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Heavy Vehicle, Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering, Iretec Accredited (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• LGV/HGV Licence desirable.

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

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