Mobile Plant Fitter

Unify; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction plant hire business in Bradford is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter. This role involves maintaining and servicing construction machinery both on-site and in the network. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications (NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance) and strong mechanical skills. The position requires excellent customer communication and the ability to manage a field-based schedule effectively. A full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintaining, servicing and repairing construction or heavy plant equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Positive, proactive and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, servicing and repairs on a wide range of plant machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using suitable testing tools.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns on customer sites within your designated area.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Hydraulic fault-finding

Organisational skills

Customer communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance

Construction Plant Mechanics

Agricultural Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Mobile Plant Fitter

Location: Bradford / surrounding

Job Type: Permanent

Overview

Unify are delighted to be working with a leading construction plant hire business to recruit an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter. This is a field-based role covering Bradford and the surrounding regions.

As a Mobile Plant Fitter, you will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and servicing construction plant machinery both on customer sites and within the network.

What do I need

• Proven experience in maintaining, servicing and repairing construction or heavy plant equipment
• Relevant qualifications, including NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance, Construction Plant Mechanics, Agricultural Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding abilities.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to deal with customers professionally and provide clear updates and reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own field-based schedule.
• A full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• A positive, proactive and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, servicing and repairs on a wide range of plant machinery in line with manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using suitable testing and diagnostic tools.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns on customer sites within your designated area, ensuring downtime is minimised.
• Perform preventative maintenance to keep equipment safe, efficient and fully operational.
• Inspect, test and confirm the performance of equipment, ensuring any faults are identified and resolved before returning it to service.
• Maintain accurate records, including service reports, job sheets, parts usage and inspection documents.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with health and safety regulations, risk assessments and company procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the wider engineering and hire teams to deliver high service standards and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Always represent the business professionally, acting as a reliable point of contact for customers