Mobile Fitter

TN United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mobile Fitter to join their dynamic team in Bedford. This role is pivotal in maintaining diesel engines and pumps, both on-site and in the workshop. The ideal candidate will possess a mechanical engineering background and a passion for learning. With a commitment to safety and excellent communication skills, you'll be part of a supportive environment that offers career growth opportunities. Enjoy competitive pay, enhanced overtime rates, and a range of employee benefits, including a pension scheme and generous holiday allowance. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medicash scheme

Pension scheme

24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Employee discount scheme

Employee referral scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines and mechanical engineering is essential.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diesel engine and pump maintenance on-site and in the workshop.
• Maintain safety standards and complete daily vehicle defect reports.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Diesel Engine Maintenance

PPE Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication

NVQ in Plant Maintenance

Full UK Driving License

Education

NVQ in Plant Maintenance/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our Bedford branch. This role will be responsible for carrying out diesel engine and pump maintenance on customers' sites and in the branch workshop.

Due to the nature of our branch operations, this role involves being part of a call-out rota, which includes a standby allowance plus excellent overtime payment.

Responsibilities:

• You will be required to work safely as a priority, and knowledge of PPE requirements is critical.
• Communicate accurately with colleagues and customers.
• Obtain signatures and names from sites to ensure smooth processing of tasks.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards, keeping work areas and vehicles in good order and clean.
• Complete daily vehicle defect reports to ensure safety.
• Carry out all tasks as instructed or as per relevant training in a timely manner.
• Understand and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience:

We are looking for someone passionate and willing to learn. In return, we offer great career opportunities within the niche pump industry.

• Previous experience working with engines or a mechanical engineering background, with the ability to understand underlying issues and resolve them.
• Experience working in a plant environment, on-site with customers, and in a workshop is beneficial.
• Ability to listen, absorb information, and translate it into practical solutions.
• Willingness to grow within the role, openness to training, learning new skills, and commitment to developing existing knowledge.
• Hold an NVQ in plant maintenance/mechanical engineering or a similar qualification.
• Full UK driving license, as this role involves site visits and breakdown attendances.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Medicash scheme
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings
• 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Increasing annual leave with long service
• Support for development and training
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Free on-site parking