Mobile Plant Fitter - Aberdeen

Buckhurst Plant Hire; Borough of Rossendale; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in plant hire is seeking a Mobile Plant Fitter for their Aberdeen depot. This role involves repairing and servicing various plant equipment, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant maintenance and excellent communication skills. The company values its employees, offering competitive salaries, training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

On-site parking

Van and mobile phone provided

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Dealership training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair, service, and inspect plant and equipment.
• Conduct PUWER & LOLER inspections.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Professionally Recognised Qualification in Plant Maintenance

Tools

Excavators

Telehandlers

Dumpers

Rollers

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Buckhurst Plant Hire is looking for a Mobile Plant Fitter to join their busy Aberdeen depot.

About Us

Buckhurst Plant Hire was established in 1993 by the Walsh family. From our humble beginnings in a small yard with only a handful of machines as our offering, the company has grown phenomenally in size since then. Buckhurst, with an annual turnover of £15 million, is now operating from several depots across the UK and Scotland with over 3000 pieces of machinery and plant

Buckhurst now employs over 100 dedicated people across our depots and field-based roles, while working hard to retain that small business family feel from the early ’90s.

During this time, Buckhurst has developed a strong reputation in the industry for supplying quality plant equipment at very competitive prices. We are distinguished by our outstanding levels of customer service, and this has underpinned our growth as well as ensuring a loyal customer base who have relied on Buckhurst for their equipment time and time again.

The company has established itself by working to four brand values, these are Reliability, Trust, Outstanding Service, and Local to You.

Our mission statement is to be the customers’ first choice for rental equipment—delivering a top level of service wherever and whenever required through a working culture and environment that allows our staff to develop and make decisions. In doing so, they will share in the growth and prosperity of our business.

What’s it like to work for us?

We are a very down-to-earth and fun bunch at Buckhurst, and every depot has its own personality and culture. Everyone has an important role to play within this family-run business, whereby you’re not just a number and you’re expected to roll your sleeves up and “muck in” so to speak, so you may need a pair of wellies in our plant yards!

Location:

• Remote working in the Aberdeen area
  
  

Attractive Salary

• Negotiable dependent upon experience & qualifications plus quarterly bonus and pension.
  
  

Role

• Mobile Plant Fitter / Engineer
  
  

Outline Of Responsibilities

The principal role of the mobile fitter/mechanic is to repair, service, and inspect plant and equipment around the UK with occasional overnights.

This includes equipment from manufacturers such as: Takeuchi, JCB, Komatsu, Doosan, John Deere, New Holland, Terex, Hamm, Ammann and Indeco.

Your Responsibilities

• Repair & locate faults with equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations and in a timely fashion to ensure minimum downtime.
• Service equipment in-line with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Carry our PUWER & LOLER inspections for all equipment.
• Follow the procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with our ISO9001 quality management system.
  
  

The Professional Experience We Would Like You To Demonstrate

• Previous experience in a similar role (at least 3 years).
• Dealership training of manufacturers listed above (preferable).
• Understanding of engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
  
  

Some Of The Skills You Will Have

• A professionally recognised qualification in plant maintenance and repair.
• Excellent communication & organisational skills.
• A full UK driving license
• Worked on plant equipment such as excavators, telehandlers, dumpers, and rollers.
  
  

What’s in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries in the industry and treat our staff fairly and as individual people - we really look after you. We don’t hold anyone back and there are many examples of employee promotions within the business and a lot of our employees have been with us for many years. We like to train and develop our staff to get the best from them and in return for your hard work and commitment, we provide a safe, fun, relaxed, and flexible work environment for you to succeed.

Job Types

• Permanent, Full-time
  
  

Benefits

• On-site parking
• You will be provided with a van and mobile phone.
• You will receive 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Bonus scheme and pension.
  
  

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
  
  

How To Apply

• Apply via Indeed
• Call: 01224 472 422
• Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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