Mobile Plant Fitter

Alecto Recruitment; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Plant Fitter / Mobile Plant Mechanic to maintain, service, and repair a variety of construction machinery. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000, a stable work schedule (Mon-Fri), and opportunities for independent work across multiple locations. Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical skills are required, along with a full UK driving license. Join a supportive team with excellent tools and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Plant Fitter, Mobile Plant Mechanic, or Heavy Equipment Technician.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge.
• Full UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair construction plant and machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Support planned preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Plant Fitter / Mobile Plant Mechanic / Construction Equipment Fitter / Heavy Equipment Technician / Site Plant Engineer – Huddersfield

Salary: £40,000 per year | Working hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30 – 17:00 (includes a 30-minute lunch); No weekends

This role is predominantly mobile, with some time in the workshop, offering variety and a great work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair a wide range of construction plant and machinery, including dumpers, excavators, rollers, telehandlers, skid steers, mini diggers, generators, pumps, tools & light equipment, and more.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Ensure all plant is safe, compliant, and ready for use.
• Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience as a Plant Fitter, Mobile Plant Mechanic, Construction Equipment Fitter, Heavy Plant Fitter, Excavator Mechanic, Dumper Mechanic, Site Plant Engineer, or Heavy Equipment Technician
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge
• Ability to work independently and on-site across multiple locations
• Full UK driving license (essential for mobile work)
• CSCS card desirable but not essential

Additional Information

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team with excellent equipment and tools, offering £40,000 per year, a stable Monday to Friday schedule, and no unsociable hours.

INDHP If you would like to know more about this position, please forward your CV to (url removed) immediately. If you would like to discuss this position, please call (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Chloe.

Please note Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy