Mobile Plant Mechanic

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Paid door-to-door travel

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Staff events

LOLER training

Career development

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd. is recruiting a Mobile Plant Mechanic for a field-based role in Durham, focusing on service, repair and maintenance of pumps, generators and excavators to support infrastructure sectors.

You will work independently on-site, uphold safety standards and contribute to diverse projects. The package includes a company van with fuel card, door-to-door travel, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, a pension, and opportunities for LOLER training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with plant machinery such as pumps, generators and excavators.
• Full UK driving licence is required or essential for site travel.
• Desirable NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or Lantra/NPTC qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and maintain plant equipment including pumps, generators, excavators and site machinery.
• Conduct safety inspections, preventive maintenance and diagnostics to identify faults.
• Perform PUWER and LOLER inspections on trailers and lifting equipment.
• Complete defect checks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Log all service activities using tablet devices with photos, parts used and time data.
• Work independently on-site while upholding safety and quality.

Skills

Pumps

Generators

Excavators

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Mobile Plant Mechanic in Durham. This is a key role within a leading organisation committed to maintaining vital infrastructure across various sectors. The Mobile Plant Mechanic will be responsible for the service, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of plant equipment, supporting sectors such as water, power, gas, and telecoms.

The successful Mobile Plant Mechanic will join a dedicated team, working independently in the field while upholding high safety standards and quality workmanship. This Mobile Plant Mechanic opportunity provides an excellent platform for career progression, technical development, and involvement in diverse projects.

• - Competitive salary of up to £41,000 per annum
• - Company van with fuel card included
• - Paid door-to-door travel from your home address
• - Paid holiday entitlement of 20 days plus bank holidays
• - Company pension scheme
• - Regular staff events and monthly recognition rewards
• - Opportunities for training in LOLER inspections and career development

Duties:

• - Service, repair, and maintain plant equipment including pumps, generators, excavators, and other site machinery
• - Conduct safety inspections, preventative maintenance, and diagnostics to identify faults
• - Perform PUWER and LOLER inspections on trailers and lifting equipment
• - Complete defect checks and ensure compliance with safety standards
• - Log all service activities accurately using tablet devices, including photos, parts used, and time data
• - Work independently on-site, ensuring safety and quality at all times

Requirements:

• - Hands-on experience with pumps, generators, excavators, or small plant machinery
• - Full UK driving licence
• - Own hand tools, with specialist tools supplied by the employer
• - Demonstrable ability to work independently on-site
• - Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Lantra, or NPTC small plant qualifications are desirable
• - Experience with LOLER inspections preferred (training available for strong individuals)