HGV / Plant Technician Opportunity in Bolton l Competitive Salary & Long-Term Stability
Our client, a reputable family-owned business operating across the North West, is seeking a skilled HGV / Plant Technician to join their expanding team in Bolton. This role offers a long-term career opportunity with stability, competitive remuneration, and the chance to work within a well-established organisation. The successful HGV / Plant Technician will play a key role in maintaining a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles and plant machinery, ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Benefits for the Successful HGV / Plant Technician:
Competitive salary aligned with your experience and skills
Overtime opportunities paid at premium rates
Company vehicle provided (for Heavy Plant Fitters)
Company pension scheme
On-site parking facilities
Stable working hours with some flexibility to support work-life balance
Opportunities for career development in a growing companyDuties Include:
Conduct diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on HGVs and plant equipment, including crushers, excavators, dozers, and dump trucks
Ensure ongoing safety, compliance, and roadworthiness of fleet
Prepare vehicles and plant machinery for MOT inspections
Attend breakdowns and provide prompt, effective repairs
Assist with tyre repairs and replacements
Maintain a clean and safe workshop environment complying with health and safety policies
Keep up-to-date with industry regulations and safety standards
Assist with vehicle and machinery inspections across multiple sites within Bolton and surrounding areasRequirements for the HGV / Plant Technician Role:
Proven experience as an HGV or Plant Technician or Mechanic
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills; capable of troubleshooting effectively
Ability to strip, rebuild, and repair heavy plant machinery, including engines, hydraulics, and drive lines
Experience working on crushers, screeners, excavators, loaders, dozers, and dump trucks is highly desirable
Valid driving licence (Category C/E preferred but not essential)
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to travel between various sites within Bolton and nearby locations
Willingness to work hours approximately from 06:00 to 18:00/19:00, with additional overtime opportunitiesIf securing long-term employment with a reputable employer sounds appealing, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career as an HGV / Plant Technician.
Contact Paul Martin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Bolton and Greater Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.
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