Plant & Vehicle Mechanic

Posted: Tuesday 20 January 2026
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Location: Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
Position Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Small Plant & Vehicle Mechanic to join our team in Oldmeldrum. This is a permanent role working on a variety of small plant machinery and vehicles, ideal for someone with mechanical experience looking for a stable position with opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Servicing, maintaining, and repairing small plant machinery (e.g., mini diggers, rollers, generators) and vehicles

  • Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs efficiently

  • Performing preventative maintenance and inspections

  • Ordering parts and managing stock levels where necessary

  • Maintaining workshop safety and organisation

  • Following all health & safety procedures

  • Assisting with general workshop duties as required

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience as a mechanic, ideally with small plant and vehicles

  • Strong mechanical skills and problem-solving ability

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Good attention to detail and time management

  • Full UK driving licence 

Desirable

  • Relevant vocational qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds)

  • Experience working in a workshop or plant hire environment

What’s on Offer

  • Permanent, full-time position

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Supportive working environment with career progression

  • Opportunity to work with a variety of plant and vehicles

To apply:
📧 judy@activusrecruitment.com
📧 caitlin@activusrecruitment.com
📞 07534 773 798

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