Mobile Plant Technician

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage employer

Development opportunities

Incentive scheme

Life Assurance

Employee assistance programme

Holiday buy/sell

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland is seeking a mechanical technician to join our construction division. You will repair, maintain and service plant equipment, performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs to meet high standards and customer expectations.

The role requires a full UK driving license and Level 2 NVQ in plant maintenance or equivalent, with a focus on safe, compliant operation and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience within the plant hire or equipment industry.
• Team player with a flexible approach.
• Full UK driving license is essential.
• Minimum Level 2 NVQ in plant maintenance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Equipment repair and pre hire inspections.
• Maintenance of equipment.
• Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs.
• Service and inspection of all equipment.
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, functionality and compliance.

Skills

Plant hire industry experience

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible working

Driving license (UK)

Education

NVQ Level 2 in plant maintenance

Job description

Are you ready to be a part of our rapidly developing construction division? We are looking for a talented mechanical technician to join our team to ensure our plant equipment is maintained to the highest standard whilst consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.

What will you be doing?

• Equipment repair and pre hire inspections
• Maintenance of equipment
• Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs
• Service and inspection of all equipment
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, functionality and compliance

What we offer?

• Real living wage employer
• Excellent development opportunities
• Exceptional benefits including: Incentive scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity to buy and sell holidays

What are we looking for?

• Knowledge and experience within the plant hire or equipment industry
• Team player, supporting your colleagues
• Self-motivated and a flexible approach to the working environment
• A full UK driving license is essential
• Minimum Level 2 NVQ in plant maintenance or equivalent

Why Sunbelt?

Whether it's construction sites, energy projects, government initiatives, or unforgettable events, Sunbelt Rentals deliver the equipment and expertise to move every industry forward. With our ambition to an employer of choice this makes Sunbelt Rentals an ideal destination for your next career move.

We are committed to the fair treatment of our staff, potential staff, and users of our services, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependants, age, physical/mental disability, or offending background.

Having a criminal record will not automatically bar an individual from working with us. We judge each case on its own merits, taking into account the relevance of the conviction to the role, the circumstances, and the time passed since the offence.