Fitter

Vp plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental company in Leeds is seeking a Fitter to ensure that rental equipment is maintained and repaired. The role involves attending breakdowns at customer sites and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate should have experience with machinery, strong customer service skills, and a valid driving licence. Additional desirable qualifications include a mechanical or electrical background. The company offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including holiday, pension scheme, and tool hire.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Salary sacrifice pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance cover 3x salary

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Health Shield discounted premiums

Qualifications

• Experience of working with both mechanical and electrical equipment is essential.
• Ability to maintain and repair rental assets accurately.
• Valid driving licence required to attend equipment breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair rental equipment to maximize branch efficiency.
• Attend customer sites for equipment breakdowns as needed.
• Complete records accurately as per company procedures.

Skills

Experience with machinery and tools

Organised and methodical approach

Professional customer service skills

Comfortable using IT equipment

Can-do attitude

Education

Mechanical / electrical qualification (desirable not essential)

Job description

Join our fantastic operational branch team as a Fitter and help us keep our vast catalogue of rental equipment in top condition ready for hire.

As a branch Fitter your main responsibility is to maintain and repair the extensive Brandon Hire Station rental assets so our customers can have the equipment they need on time and when they need it. This role is pivotal in the performance of the branch and as such is key to maximising output and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all assets are safely maintained and repaired
• Take a proactive approach to ensuring assets are available to hire
• Attend equipment breakdowns at customer sites as and when required
• Ensure all records are completed accurately and in line with company proceduresli>
• Adhere to H&S rules / procedures at all times
• Manage and record data e.g. time allocation and spares used, stock needed
• Assist with, and attend stock takes as required
• Cover the counter, deliveries and collections when essential to business demands

What We're Looking For

• Experience of working with machinery and tools, both mechanical and electrical
• Organised and methodical approach to work, taking pride in delivery
• Professional customer service skills
• Comfortable using IT equipment
• Can-do attitude to work and helping in other areas of the branch
• Mechanical / electrical qualification (desirable not essential)
• Valid driving licence (Essential)

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline - free joining

A Little Bit About Us

Brandon Hire Station is the leading provider of tool and equipment hire in the UK.

Our commitment to exceptional customer support services is unmatched in the industry. We guarantee timely delivery of our tools and equipment through our branded vehicles and FORS accredited drivers. Plus, with our 'Everyday Product Hire Guarantee', you can trust that our most hired products are always available at every branch, every day, collected or delivered throughout the UK.

At Brandon Hire Station, we’re actively looking for passionate individuals to join our team. We’re committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and we’re always on the lookout for like-minded professionals who share our dedication to excellence.

If you’re interested in working for a company that’s committed to providing exceptional customer support services, we invite you to apply for a position with Brandon Hire Station today.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.