Heavy Plant Fitter – Diagnostic & Maintenance Expert

VGC; Leiston; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge pay

Job summary

VGC Group is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter for a major project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role involves inspecting, maintaining and repairing heavy plant machinery to keep operations safe and productive.

You will work on a shift pattern of 12 days on, 2 days off, 12‑hour days, with lodge pay available for eligible candidates. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Fitter and tickets (CSCS/JIB), strong diagnostics capability, and the ability to work autonomously or within a maintenance

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Fitter or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as a Heavy Plant Mechanic / Plant Fitter / Mobile Plant Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and hands‑on technical skills with ability to read technical manuals and diagrams.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a maintenance team.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems and mechanical components.
• Familiarity with diagnostics tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on heavy plant machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and complete documentation.
• Respond to breakdowns with efficient fault‑finding and repair work.
• Replace components such as engines, transmissions, pumps, cylinders and tracks.
• Maintain compliance with manufacturer guidelines and safety procedures.
• Keep accurate service records and reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance processes.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Hands-on technical experience

Autonomous working

Reading engineering diagrams

Problem solving

IT for job reporting

Diesel engines knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Fitter

Tools

Diagnostics tools and software

LOTO

Full UK driving licence

Job description

VGC Group is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter for a major project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role involves inspecting, maintaining and repairing heavy plant machinery to keep operations safe and productive.

You will work on a shift pattern of 12 days on, 2 days off, 12‑hour days, with lodge pay available for eligible candidates. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Fitter and tickets (CSCS/JIB), strong diagnostics capability, and the ability to work autonomously or within a maintenance