Description Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects.
Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover, we're growing—and now looking for a Plant and Transport Technician to play a key role in our project delivery teams.
The 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. What You'll Be Doing Technical Responsibilities: Inspect, diagnose, and repair plant equipment (generators, compressors, excavators, tools) 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. What We're Looking For Essential NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pl...
Plant and Transport Technician in Southampton employer: Trant Engineering
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