Vechile Maintenance Technician

Position: Vechile Maintenance Technician (Permanent)
Vehicle Maintenance Technician (HGV) - Plymouth

Location:

Plymouth (On-site workshop)

Employment Type:

Permanent
Salary (OTE):
Circa £57,108
Requirement:
Full UK driving licence essential due to site location and shift patterns

Benefits & Package

£5,000 Sign-On Bonus (paid after successful completion of a 3-month settling-in period)
First-Year OTE circa £57,108, combining base salary, overtime, annual bonus, and sign-on bonus
Annual Bonus of £2,000, recognising individual and team contribution
Expected Overtime Earnings circa £7,000, paid at 1.5x hourly rate (with potential for more depending on business needs)
Industry-leading training and development, including funded qualifications
Private medical insurance (with discounted family cover)
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Holiday purchase scheme (option to buy additional leave)
Pension scheme with matched contributions (4.5%, rising to 7.5% after settling-in period)
Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection
Retail discounts and discounted household energy-related products
On-site parking

Shift Pattern (Rotating)

Day

Shift: Monday to Friday, 05::00
Middle

Shift: Monday to Friday, 07::00
Back

Shift: Monday to Friday, 11::00
Includes Saturday morning: 06::00
Overtime:
Saturday mornings, 06::00
On-call rota: 1 in 3 weeks (additional payment provided)
The Opportunity

A well-established organisation is seeking a skilled Vehicle Maintenance Technician (HGV) to join a busy on-site workshop in Plymouth. This role plays a critical part in ensuring fleet safety, reliability, and compliance within a high-demand operational environment.

The successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit workshop team, maintaining and repairing a varied fleet to the highest safety and quality standards. This is a long-term, permanent opportunity offering stability, strong earning potential, and continuous investment in training and development.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out inspection, maintenance, servicing, and repair of HGVs, trailers, and associated equipment
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults with a strong safety-first approach
Support fleet availability through proactive maintenance and effective fault resolution
Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet operational and compliance requirements
Maintain accurate records and adhere to workshop procedures and industry regulations

Candidate Requirements

Essential:
Qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Candidates with strong, proven industry experience will also be considered, qualified, or with equivalent practical experience
Sound knowledge of vehicle systems, trailers, plant, and workshop equipment
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
A team-oriented approach with good communication and organisational skills
Full UK driving licence required due to site location and shift patterns

Desirable (training provided if not held):

HGV Category C licence
ADR certification

Training & Development

The role offers structured and ongoing training, including:

In-house programmes (e.g. LPG basics, wheel security, basic electrics)
Specialist external training (IRTEC inspection, ADR gases, safe loading)
Opportunities to gain HGV Class 1 & 2 (C +

E) licences
Further upskilling in tank testing, confined space working, and product-specific training

Well-maintained, safe tooling is supported, with replacement of worn or damaged tools at managerial discretion to ensure safety and performance.

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