Workshop Plant Technician

Alliance Personnel Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable, long-term opportunity

Supportive team environment

Structured workshop processes

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm is seeking an experienced Workshop Plant Technician to join their team in Coventry. This hands-on role involves diagnosing, servicing, and repairing heavy plant and specialist equipment. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of quality and safety while working on technically interesting equipment. The ideal candidate should have proven experience with military vehicles or heavy plant, along with a solid understanding of QHSE legislation. Full-time position with a structured work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in repairing and maintaining military vehicles, heavy plant or similar specialist equipment.
• Engine and transmission strip-down and rebuild experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of QHSE legislation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using MS Office (particularly Excel) or willing to learn.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Solid understanding of QHSE legislation.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• A positive, professional attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair heavy plant and specialist equipment.
• Complete job cards and identify additional parts or requirements.
• Rebuild equipment to manufacturer specifications.
• Complete job cards and identify additional parts or BOM requirements.
• Rebuild equipment in line with manufacturer specifications and work instructions.
• Test completed units to OEM standards.
• Report faults and issues to the Workshop Supervisor.
• Maintain high standards of quality, efficiency and safety at all times.
• Accurately complete all job cards, production tracking and QHSE documentation.
• Adhere to schedules, procedures and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Repairing and maintaining military vehicles

Engine and transmission strip-down

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Using MS Office

Understanding of QHSE legislation

Full driving license

Job description

We’re partnering with a well‑established engineering and manufacturing organisation that supports critical, specialist equipment used in demanding environments. Due to continued growth, they’re looking to add an experienced Workshop Plant Technician to their workshop team.

The role

You’ll be responsible for the diagnosis, servicing, strip‑down, rebuild and testing of heavy plant and specialist equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the highest quality and safety standards.

This is a hands‑on workshop role, suited to someone who enjoys technical problem‑solving, structured processes, and working with complex mechanical systems.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose, service and repair heavy plant and specialist equipment
• Strip units and assess individual components for fitness for purpose
• Evaluate parts availability and commercial viability before work begins
• Complete job cards and identify additional parts or BOM requirements
• Rebuild equipment in line with manufacturer specifications and work instructions
• Test completed units to OEM standards
• Report faults and issues to the Workshop Supervisor
• Maintain high standards of quality, efficiency and safety at all times
• Accurately complete all job cards, production tracking and QHSE documentation
• Adhere to schedules, procedures and health & safety requirements

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience repairing and maintaining military vehicles, heavy plant or similar specialist equipment
• Engine and transmission strip‑down and rebuild experience (highly desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to work
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using MS Office (particularly Excel) or willing to learn
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
• Solid understanding of QHSE legislation
• Full, valid driving licence
• A positive, professional attitude and willingness to learn

Why apply?

• Stable, long‑term opportunity within a specialist engineering environment
• Work on technically interesting, non‑routine equipment
• Structured workshop processes with a strong focus on quality and safety
• Supportive team and clear reporting lines

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Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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