Mechanical Engineer - Plant Hire

Red Kite Recruitment Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Service Engineer - Plant Hire to join their client in Exeter. This role involves servicing and maintaining construction equipment and requires strong mechanical knowledge and experience with heavy plant. Candidates should possess a UK Driving Licence and ideally hold an NVQ Level 3 in plant maintenance. This position offers a competitive hourly wage along with benefits including a pension scheme and holiday allowance.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Essential to have a strong mechanical knowledge base.
• Experience in fault reporting and preventative maintenance.
• Should possess a UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain a range of construction equipment.
• Conduct regular monitoring and replenishment of fluids.
• Collaborate with team members on maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Understanding of risk assessments

Experience with heavy plant and construction equipment

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in plant maintenance

Job description

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EXPERIENCED MECHANICAL ENGINEER - PLANT HIRE REQUIRED TO JOIN AN ESTABLISHED PLANT HIRE COMPANY

TITLE: Mechanical Service Engineer - Plant Hire

SALARY: 13.50 - 18.00 per hour DOE
Pension Scheme
23 days holiday + Bank Holidays, to increase with length of service up to 25 days + Bank Holidays

LOCATION: Exeter, South West

HOURS: 42.5 per week, Flexibility on daily hours depending on site based or out on the road
Overtime Available, X1.5for first four hours on a Sat, after at x2, Sunday and Bank Holidays x2

CLIENT: Our client is well recognised within the plant Hire Industry, now seeking an experienced workshop and mobile service and maintenance Engineer to work on a range of heavy plant and construction equipment

PREVIOUS ROLES: Mechanical Engineer, Plant Fitter, Maintenance Technician, Service Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Plant Technician, Service Technician, Mechanical Technician, Plant Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Multi-skilled Technician

BACKGROUND: Ideal Experience, Plant Fitting, Mechanical Engineering, Plant Service, Plant Repair, Plant Maintenance

ROLE: Mechanical Engineer - Plant Hire

As the Mechanical Engineer you will service and maintain a range of construction equipment. Including regular monitoring and replenishment of lubricants and fluids. Preventative maintenance and fault reporting are integral to ensuring optimal performance. Duties also involve cleaning, inspecting, and preparing equipment for transfer or redeployment, fitting replacement parts as needed, and collaborating with team members on larger maintenance and repair tasks.
UK Driving Licence is essential for this role, you will predominately be based at the local workshop, however when required you will travel to different depots.

EXPERIENCE: Mechanical Engineer - Plant Hire

A strong mechanical knowledge base is essential, along with an understanding of risk assessments and method statements. Experience with heavy plant, construction equipment, and hydraulic systems. An NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in plant maintenance would also be advantageous.

PREVIOUS ROLES: Mechanical Engineer, Plant Fitter, Maintenance Technician, Service Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Plant Technician, Service Technician, Mechanical Technician, Plant Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Multi-skilled Technician

BACKGROUND: Ideal Experience, Plant Fitting, Mechanical Engineering, Plant Service, Plant Repair, Plant Maintenance