HGV & Plant Mechanic
4 on / 4 off shift pattern
Hours:
4 days on / 4 days off
Average 37.6 hours per week (averaged over an 8-week rota)
Shifts: 07:30 – 18:45 (4 consecutive days)
Pay Rate:
£15.85 – £20.80 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
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The Role
We are recruiting for an experienced HGV & Motor Vehicle / Plant Mechanic to join a busy fleet workshop environment.
The role focuses on the maintenance, inspection and repair of a mixed fleet of HGVs, motor vehicles and plant equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
You’ll be working both within a workshop setting and attending occasional roadside or site-based repairs, so flexibility and a practical mindset are essential.
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Key Responsibilities
* Servicing, maintaining and repairing HGVs, vehicles and plant
* Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs efficiently
* Ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards
* Supporting workshop productivity and service deadlines
* Maintaining a clean, safe and compliant working environment
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Essential Requirements
* Apprentice-trained motor vehicle mechanic or
City & Guilds 380/383 (Level 2), NVQ Level 3, or equivalent
* LGV Class C or C+E licence or willingness to work towards
* Good literacy and numeracy skills
* Strong health & safety awareness
* Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
* Professional attitude with good customer service skills
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Working Conditions
* Physically demanding role including lifting, bending, kneeling and manual handling
* Workshop-based with regular outdoor and roadside work
* All-weather working required
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Ideal Candidate
You’ll be motivated, dependable and take pride in your work. This role suits someone who enjoys a structured shift pattern and working as part of a professional fleet maintenance operation.