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Mechanic Fitter Wanted
Driver Hire Borders
Kirkcaldy
On-site
GBP 36,000 - 40,000
Full time
Job summary
A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Mechanic Fitter based in Kirkcaldy to perform maintenance and repairs across various vehicles and plant. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and hands-on experience. This full-time role presents an opportunity for permanent employment for the right candidate.
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with HGVs, Hi-Ab Lorries, Cars, Vans, Excavators.
- Strong mechanical skills in diesel engines, hydraulics, and transmissions.
- Confident using diagnostic tools & interpreting technical information.
Responsibilities
- Carry out maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs.
- Diagnose and fix mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults.
- Complete statutory checks and log all completed work accurately.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
MECHANIC FITTER WANTED
dh Recruitment & Driver Hire Fife are currently looking for a mechanic fitter to join one of our clients based in Kirkcaldy.
Salary ranges between £36,000 - £40,000 per year depending on experience.
Working full time Monday to Friday every week, for the right candidate this could potentially become a permanent job.
To carry out maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs across a broad range of vehicles and plant-including HGVs, Hi-Ab lorries, cars, vans, mechanical excavators, and construction site plant. Your work ensures all equipment is safe, compliant, and fully operational at all times.
Service and repair:
HGVs & Hi-Ab Lorries
Cars & Vans
Site Plant (Dumpers, Rollers, Excavators, Small Tools)
Diagnose & fix mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults.
️ Carry out preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime.
Complete statutory checks (e.g., PUWER, MOT prep).
Log all completed work, parts used, and defects found with accuracy.
️ Respond promptly to breakdowns and conduct on-site repairs when needed.
️ Work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
️ Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental regulations.
️ Hands-on experience with:
HGVs & Hi-Ab Lorries
Cars, Vans, Excavators, and Site Plant
Strong mechanical skills - diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions, electrics
Confident using diagnostic tools & interpreting technical information
️ Solid understanding of workshop/site Health & Safety standards
Good organisational and problem-solving abilities
Welding & Fabrication
Electrical fault-finding
MOT prep and statutory inspections
️ Experience using fleet maintenance software or inspection apps
NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / Equivalent in:
HGV Maintenance
Plant Maintenance
Mechanical Engineering
Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)
HGV Licence (Desirable)
️ Hi-Ab Operator Qualification (Desirable)
Reliable and self-motivated
Safety-focused with attention to detail
️ Flexible, including availability for overtime/emergency call-outs
Positive, proactive, and a great team player
If you are interested and this sounds like the job for you hen get in touch by calling 01592 770037!
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