Jarvie Plant Ltd

Vehicle Mechanic

Jarvie Plant Ltd  •  Cowdenbeath, GB (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Join Our Growing Team at Jarvie Plant!

Are you a skilled Vehicle Mechanic looking for your next challenge? At Jarvie Plant, we’re offering the opportunity to become part of a supportive, experienced team where your expertise truly makes a difference. Based at our Cowdenbeath Depot (KY4 8HW), you’ll work hands-on with our fleet of vehicles, helping to ensure they are safe, reliable, and ready for hire when our customers need them.

How This Role Supports the Delivery of Hire Solutions:

Your expertise ensures JP Rentals operates smoothly by minimising vehicle downtime and maintaining a roadworthy fleet. By keeping our vehicles in top condition, you directly support the delivery of reliable, high-quality hire solutions, boosting customer satisfaction and fleet availability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on a variety of vehicles in the workshop
  • Carry out routine servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks
  • Inspect and address engine management systems, braking systems, electrical systems, and more
  • Ensure vehicles meet safety standards and pass inspections
  • Test and verify the function of replaced or repaired components
  • Comply with all legal, health, and safety regulations
  • Identify and report signs of wear and tear during scheduled inspections
  • Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team to complete tasks efficiently
  • Communicate concerns to the Rentals Manager and/or Workshop Manager
  • Assist with general workshop and depot maintenance and repairs as needed

What Will Make You a Great Fit:

We’d love to see the following skills and experience from our applicants:

  • NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on multi-fleet vehicles.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently.
  • Attention to detail, ensuring vehicle safety and high-quality work.
  • Clear communication skills with both technical and non-technical team members.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
  • Proactive approach with a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
  • A genuine passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
  • Full UK driving licence

N.B: Vehicle Mechanics are expected to supply their own basic hand tools. Jarvie Plant will provide all necessary specialist tools, PPE, and branded workwear.

Why join Jarvie Plant?

As a family-owned business, Jarvie Plant is built on values that matter: Safety Conscious, Collaborative, Dependable, Progressive, and Responsible In this role, you’ll help bring those values to life, ensuring our spaces reflect the high standards we set for everything we do. We’re committed to supporting our people as much as we support our customers.

When you join Jarvie Plant, you’ll benefit from:

  • Monday to Friday working – enjoy your evenings and weekends free
  • A competitive hourly rate with enhanced guaranteed pay – your 42-hour week includes 2 hours at time-and-a-half
  • Overtime available – additional hours beyond your guaranteed contract, paid at enhanced rates
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • Employee Discount Scheme with staff discounts
  • Extra holidays with buy/sell options.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • Family-friendly policies for a healthy work-life balance
  • Life assurance for peace of mind

How to Apply:

Ready to make a difference? Apply today via our Employment Hero recruitment portal. For any questions, contact recruitment@jarvieplant.co.uk.

Important Information Before You Apply:

• We’re unable to offer sponsorship; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

• Offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including references and, where relevant, DVLA, credit, or criminal checks.

Jarvie Plant – where people are, and always will be, our greatest asset.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

Jarvie Plant Ltd

About Jarvie Plant Ltd

Jarvie Plant is a successful family owned business with 60 years of trading and is one of the leading independent plant hire companies within the construction sector. We are a continuously expanding company with our headquarters in Grangemouth and additional depots located throughout Scotland and North West England.

We offer five focused product groups, each providing specialist services within their respective fields:

• Jarvie Plant – An extensive range of construction equipment

• JP Handling – Ranges from small Buggiescopic to 30 meter Roto’s

• JP Accommodation – High security cabins/ welfare units, commercial & modular building rental

• JP Power – Short to long term power solutions

• JP Vehicle Rentals – Short to long term car and commercial rental

We understand there is choice in the market place for our range of products and customers need to know that what they are getting is what they are expecting: Quality Reliable Equipment, suitable for individual requirements with an excellent backup service available at competitive prices. We also pride ourselves in being able to offer the whole range of construction equipment to provide a one call in-house service to our customers. Our primary goal is to provide customers with unrivaled quality equipment, technical support and service, delivering excellent value for money.

From the the first stages of your project, with accommodation units, ground working, building construction, fit out, systems, and process completion, through to final landscaping...Jarvie will have the solutions for your business.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Grangemouth, GB
Year Founded
1960
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