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Senior HGV and Plant Technician

Gap Technical Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Leyland, Lancashire PR25 2NU, England

Salary

£54,500 - £61,700 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Senior HGV and Plant Technician with a salary range of £54,000 to £61,700, located in Leyland and offering days only work from Monday to Friday.
  • The role involves performing routine inspections, maintenance, repairs, and MOTs on HGVs, trailers, pool cars, and other plant equipment to VOSA standards.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of experience as an HGV/Plant Technician and be apprentice trained with qualifications equivalent to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
  • The ideal candidate should possess a valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence, have experience in MOT preparation, and demonstrate skills in basic welding, hydraulics, and auto electrics.
  • The position also requires good communication skills, the ability to lead a small team, and the capability to work independently in a safe and organized manner.

Senior HGV and Plant Technician

54,000 - 61,700

Leyland

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Senior HGV & Plant Technician to work at their facility based near Leyland

Performance Objections

  • Carry out routine inspections, maintenance, repairs & MOTs on HGV's, Trailers, Pool Cars & Other Plant to VOSA standard
  • Diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical & electrical faults using Texa diagnostic equipment
  • Dismantle, repair/replace faulty components and test the new ones are working safely
  • Liaise with HGV workshop administrator to order vehicle parts
  • Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and accurate records are maintained.
  • Good communication and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Person Specification

  • 8+ Years of HGV/Plant Technician experience
  • Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
  • Holds valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) Licence (Desirable)
  • MOT Preparation Experience - Tractor Units & Trailers
  • Previous experience working with HGV's and Plant, basic welding skills, hydraulic & auto electrical skills
  • Ability to lead a small team as well as use own initiative to work independently.
  • Hardworking and can work well under pressure in a safe and responsible manner
  • IRTEC Accreditation (Desirable)
  • Loler competence - experience in undertaking loler inspections - LEEA

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 17/12/2025

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