Heavy Vehicle Technician
Are you a qualified Mechanical and Electrical Fitter seeking your next challenge in a heavy engineering environment where reliability and safety are paramount?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established engineering team in Leeds, offering long-term stability, investment in training, and the chance to apply your expertise in maintaining heavy vehicles and industrial equipment.
Ganymede Solutions specialises in recruiting top technical and engineering talent, providing comprehensive workforce solutions to support infrastructure and transportation projects across the UK. Our core values guide us in delivering exceptional service to clients and candidates while fostering a positive working environment for our employees.
The Role
As a Heavy Vehicle Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining critical assets. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Performing planned inspections, servicing, and overhauls on mechanical and electrical systems.
2. Diagnosing faults and repairing braking, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems.
3. Replacing and installing components such as motors, actuators, switchgear, and control panels.
4. Following technical documentation and schematics to ensure high standards of maintenance.
5. Completing condition checks, ensuring compliance with safety, safety, and quality standards.
6. Maintaining accurate records and collaborating within a skilled engineering team.
This role operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 12-hour shifts and regular overtime opportunities.
About You
This position is ideal for individuals with experience in heavy engineering or vehicle environments, such as HGVs, plant machinery, aerospace, industrial maintenance, or similar sectors.
You will need:
* Qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering (Level 3 minimum)
* Strong knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
* Proven experience maintaining or overhauling heavy equipment or vehicles
* A reliable, safety-conscious attitude with excellent problem-solving skills
* Flexibility to work shifts and support operational needs
All candidates must complete pre-employment checks, including medical assessments, drug and alcohol screening, and DBS checks.
What's on Offer
* £40,000 - £50,000 salary
* Final salary pension scheme
* 31 days' holiday including bank holidays
* Structured development and training programs
* A safety-focused team culture and long-term career prospects
We encourage applications from ex-Forces personnel (Army, RAF, Royal Navy) and experienced engineers from HGV, bus, automotive, aerospace, marine, and heavy plant backgrounds.
Next Steps
If you're ready to advance your career as a Vehicle Technician in heavy engineering, click APPLY or send your CV to michael.anderson@ganymedesolutions.co.uk.
After applying, your CV will be reviewed, and if suitable, we will contact you within 48 hours.
Successful candidates will be invited to complete pre-employment checks before starting.
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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