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Date Added: Fri 28/11/2025

Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Plymouth, PL1, UK
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Company: GALAXY PERSONNEL

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £43000 - £50000/annum ot extra

Job Title: VMT (Vehicle Maintenance Technician)

Area: Plymouth

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Days) Back Shift Mon to Fri 11am till 10pm

Permanent

Salary: £43,108 PA Basic, £19.51 PH Overtime Extra at X1.5

Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing per year worked

Responsibilities

* As a VMT you will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance and repair work on the company's fleet of vehicles and trailers, ensuring that all vehicles are in safe working order.

* Your role requires you to execute repairs to the highest standards while conducting in-depth engineering work and diagnostics.

* You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team.

* It's crucial that all repairs are performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and company policies.

* Additionally, you will need to safely operate all relevant equipment, machines, and tools, and complete all associated documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Key Skills & Knowledge

* The ideal candidate should hold education to City & Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering or possess an equivalent engineering discipline.

* Previous experience as an HGV Mechanic in a similar role is essential.

* While it is preferable to hold an HGV C+E licence (Class 1) and a current ADR, these are not mandatory.

* You should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, workshop plant, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems.

* The role requires someone who can multitask, meet key deadlines, and exhibit rigorous fault-finding skills. You should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

* 25 days of annual leave, which increases with your time with us, plus all the usual statutory bank holidays.

* Private medical insurance, and if you'd like to add family coverage, you can do so at a discounted rate.

* Pension 4.5% contribution from us, increasing to 7.5% after two years. From day one, you'll also have life assurance coverage of four times your salary. After two years, you'll benefit from income protection covering 50% of your salary.

* Take advantage of our market-leading discount scheme with major retailers and save on holidays with our purchase scheme. We also offer discounted gas and appliances to make life a little easier.

I you are interested and want to hear more information, contact David Steel

On (phone number removed)
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