Heavy Plant Fitter

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable plant hire and maintenance company in Cardiff seeks a Heavy Plant Fitter to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of heavy plant machinery. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical knowledge, particularly in hydraulic systems and diesel engines, alongside experience with brands like JCB and Volvo. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage of £19, with opportunities for paid holiday and pension contributions. The role requires a proactive individual who can work independently or with a team.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Overtime

Pension

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of heavy plant mechanics with a focus on hydraulic systems and diesel engines.
• Prior experience working with well-known brands in the heavy machinery sector is highly desirable.
• Ability to follow site safety protocols and ensure safe operation of machinery.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics and fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.
• Perform repair, service, and maintenance of plant machinery in workshop and onsite.
• Work independently or as part of a small team while maintaining safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Understanding of hydraulic systems

Experience with diesel engines

Brand experience with JCB

Brand experience with Hitachi

Brand experience with Volvo

Brand experience with CAT

Brand experience with Kubota

Job description

£19 per hour, paid holiday, overtime, pension

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

01/01/2026

About this job

Heavy Plant Fitter Cardiff | Monday

• Friday | 7:30am - 4:30pm | Workshop Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of our client; a reputable and growing plant hire and maintenance company, for experienced Heavy Plant Fitters based in Cardiff.

You will be responsible for the repair, service, and maintenance of a wide range of heavy plant machinery, both in the workshop and occasionally out on site.

The Role: Troubleshooting: you'll carry out diagnostics and fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems across various plant machinery.

Equipment: typical machines include excavators, telehandlers, rollers, dumpers, and crushers from a variety of well-known manufacturers.

Required Skills & Experience: Mechanical Knowledge: strong understanding of heavy plant mechanics with a focus on hydraulic systems and diesel engines.

Brand Experience: prior experience working with brands such as JCB, Hitachi, Volvo, CAT, and Kubota is highly desirable.

Health & Safety: you will follow site safety protocols and ensure all plant is operating to a safe standard.

Independent Working: the ideal candidate will be a reliable and proactive individual capable of working independently or as part of a small team.

Additional Information: Successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Interested?

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity and have relevant plant fitting experience, please submit your most up-to-date CV along with details of your qualifications and recent work history.

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