Mechanic / Plant & Vehicle Engineer

Description

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Mechanic to join our team at Stewarts of Tayside Ltd. This is a hands-on role responsible for the servicing, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles and equipment - from minibuses and trailers to agricultural machinery such as tractors and farm equipment. The role is focused on ensuring high vehicle availability, reliability, and safety, while also supporting workshop equipment and wider site assets when required.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance on company vehicles and equipment

Diagnose and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns efficiently to minimise downtime

Perform vehicle diagnostics and fault finding using appropriate tools and techniques

Maintain compliance with roadworthiness and safety standards

Support improvement and reliability projects across vehicles, workshop, and site facilities

Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of safety and quality

Accurately complete maintenance records and documentation

Role Requirements

Experience working on vehicles, plant, or agricultural equipment

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused

Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills & Experience

Completed a recognised apprenticeship in automotive, plant, or agricultural engineering

Experience working on agricultural machinery (e.g. tractors, harvesters, implements)

Background in HGV, PSV, plant, or fleet maintenance environments

Familiarity with hydraulic systems, PTO systems, and electrical fault finding

Experience using diagnostic equipment and fault code readers

Knowledge of trailer maintenance and braking systems

Welding and fabrication experience (MIG/TIG desirable)

Working Hours & Overtime

Predominantly day shift, Monday to Friday

Regular overtime available

Weekend work will form part of a rota as the team develops

This is a hands-on role where a flexible approach is required, including staying on when needed to deal with breakdowns and keep operations running

Salary

Competitive salary - dependent on experience

If you are proactive, hands - on, and passionate about engineering in a production environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our team!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Ad ID: 5418347888