Mobile Plant Fitter: Field Diagnostics & Repairs

Flannery Plant; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile equipment

Job summary

Flannery Plant Hire in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Mobile Fitter/Mechanic to join our engineering team. You will travel to customer and site locations to inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain a wide range of plant and heavy equipment.

The role requires practical mechanical skills, a strong commitment to safety, and the flexibility to work across different sites and conditions. You will carry out mobile repairs, service, diagnostics and on-site welding as required, while keeping

Qualifications

• Essential: NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering or vehicle maintenance, or proven relevant experience.
• Essential: Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to multiple sites (company vehicle provided).
• Desirable: City & Guilds, apprenticeship or recognised trade qualification.
• Desirable: Experience with hydraulic hose making, welding and mobile diagnostics tools.
• Desirable: Familiarity with plant telematics and digital fault reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mobile repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance on plant, machinery and attachments at customer or site locations.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults using inspection and testing equipment.
• Complete fault reports, service records and necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
• Work independently to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively while maintaining communication with the depot.
• Ensure safe use of tools, equipment and lifting gear; adhere to company health & safety and compliance procedures.
• Fit replacement parts and ensure quality of repairs, including on-site welding, hydraulic hose assembly and component replacement where required.
• Support transport colleagues with pre-delivery inspections and breakdown recovery as required.
• Maintain stock levels of commonly used parts and report shortages to the depot for replenishment.
• Provide excellent customer service when representing Flannery on site and build strong working relationships with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Heavy plant maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulics

Diesel engines

Electrical basics

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

NVQ/SVQ or equivalent in mechanical engineering/vehicle maintenance

Tools

Hydraulic hose making

On-site diagnostics tools

Welding (on-site)

Job description

Flannery Plant Hire in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Mobile Fitter/Mechanic to join our engineering team. You will travel to customer and site locations to inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain a wide range of plant and heavy equipment.

The role requires practical mechanical skills, a strong commitment to safety, and the flexibility to work across different sites and conditions. You will carry out mobile repairs, service, diagnostics and on-site welding as required, while keeping