Full job descriptionHGV / Plant FitterLocation: Hereford
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Shift: Days
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV / Plant Fitter to join a busy engineering and maintenance team in Hereford.
This is a varied, hands-on position suited to someone with strong mechanical experience across HGVs, heavy plant, agricultural machinery and mobile equipment.
The RoleYou will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, inspection and repair of a wide range of vehicles and plant equipment, helping to keep the fleet operating safely and efficiently.
The role will involve working with machinery including:
*Telehandlers
*Forklifts
*Excavators
*Dumpers
*Diggers
*Tractors
*HGVs
*Other heavy plant and agricultural machinery
Key Responsibilities*Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on HGVs and plant
*Diagnose and repair mechanical faults
*Complete servicing and preventative maintenance
*Fault-find and repair hydraulic and mechanical systems
*Attend to breakdowns and carry out repairs
*Complete routine inspections and maintenance checks
*Maintain accurate service and repair records
*Ensure all machinery is maintained to a high standard
*Follow all relevant health & safety procedures
About YouThe ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Plant Fitter, HGV Technician, Agricultural Engineer, Heavy Vehicle Technician or similar.
You will ideally have:
*Strong mechanical maintenance and repair experience
*Experience working on heavy plant, HGVs or agricultural machinery
*Good knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems
*Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
*A practical, hands-on approach
*The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Relevant qualifications are desirable but strong practical experience will also be considered.
What’s on Offer?*£35,000 - £40,000 salary
*Days-based working (Some weekend work required)
*Varied fleet of HGVs and heavy plant
*Hands-on role with plenty of variety
*Long-term opportunity within an established business
If you’re an experienced HGV / Plant Fitter looking for a days-based position in the Hereford area, we’d be keen to hear from you.