Posted 17 days ago
Plant and Transport Technician
SouthamptonOn-site
AI Summary
The Plant and Transport Technician performs inspection, maintenance, repair, and safe operation of plant machinery and transport vehicles to ensure compliance, efficiency, and uninterrupted site operations.
About this role
The Plant and Transport Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair and safe operations of plant machinery and transport vehicles. The role ensures that all equipment is compliant with safety regulations, operates efficiently and supports uninterrupted site operations in compliance with legal and manufacturer standards.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair plant equipment (excavators, loaders, cranes) and transport vehicles (trucks, vans).
- Carry out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system repairs.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records.
- Service and repair company vehicles.
- Ensure vehicles meet roadworthiness and legal compliance standards.
- Assist with breakdowns and emergency repairs on site.
Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with company policies.
- Identify hazards and report defects or unsafe equipment immediately. Support audits and inspections.
System management:
- Using personally tablets, maintain service history, upload photos, etc. of assets onto ERP (COINS).
Stakeholder Communication:
- Liaise with drivers, supervisors and management regarding equipment condition.
Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental:
- Support Compliance to health and safety standards within the business unit and workshop.
- Always use tools, equipment and PPE correctly.
Core Values:
Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Vehicle Mechanics.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits
At Trant Engineering, we deliver complex, high-value engineering and construction projects across the UK. From process and water treatment to energy infrastructure upgrades, we play a key role in delivering and protecting critical national infrastructure – shaping the systems that communities and industries rely on every day.
Our teams design and deliver full EPC solutions, combining technical excellence with practical, hands-on delivery. We offer end-to-end capabilities – from concept and design through to manufacturing, construction and commissioning utilising a continually evolving in-house expertise. This means you’ll work on projects that are varied, challenging and genuinely impactful.
Our multi-disciplinary teams bring together specialists in civil, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation, and control & automation engineering, alongside our in-house manufacturing of control panels, MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems. With over 1,000 people and a strong, growing pipeline of work, it’s an exciting time to join Trant. We are committed to helping our people succeed through our Career Development Association, providing structured support, mentoring and clear pathways to help you reach your full potential.
Our teams design and deliver full EPC solutions, combining technical excellence with practical, hands-on delivery. We offer end-to-end capabilities – from concept and design through to manufacturing, construction and commissioning utilising a continually evolving in-house expertise. This means you’ll work on projects that are varied, challenging and genuinely impactful.
Our multi-disciplinary teams bring together specialists in civil, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation, and control & automation engineering, alongside our in-house manufacturing of control panels, MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems. With over 1,000 people and a strong, growing pipeline of work, it’s an exciting time to join Trant. We are committed to helping our people succeed through our Career Development Association, providing structured support, mentoring and clear pathways to help you reach your full potential.
Whether you’re starting out or looking to take your next career step, Trant offers the chance to develop, progress and make a real difference.
Our company benefits package includes:
- Competitive rates.
- 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
- Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee assistance program.
- Discretionary annual bonus.
Skills
COINSElectrical SystemsHydraulic SystemsInspection And DiagnosticsMechanical SystemsNVQ Level 3PPERepairTablet UseVehicle Maintenance
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