Plant Engineer

JLB Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a skilled technician to maintain and repair heavy plant and machinery. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in machinery maintenance, strong diagnostic abilities, and a commitment to excellent customer service. Competitive salary and perks including medical and dental coverage are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical and Dental Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension scheme

Full uniform and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in plant or heavy machinery maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite technical support for heavy plant and machinery.
• Maintain machinery through repairs and inspections.
• Supervise apprentices and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Service and repair of heavy tracked machinery

Fault-finding and diagnostics

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Self-motivation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant or Land-Based Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CPCS Card

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite technical support for a range of heavy plant and machinery.
• Keep machinery in peak operating condition through scheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Complete all work to a high standard, promptly and within set timeframes.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults independently using strong mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal teams and external customers.
• Deliver excellent customer service, ensuring client satisfaction at every stage.
• Ensure all personal and company equipment complies with health and safety standards.
• Supervise apprentices when required, maintaining high-quality workmanship and safe working procedures.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Plant or Land-Based Mechanical Engineering, or a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in plant or heavy machinery maintenance.
• Proven ability to service and repair a wide range of heavy tracked machinery.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• CPCS Card or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and commercial awareness.
• Self-motivated, efficient, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience.
• Medical and Dental Cash Plan scheme.
• Life Assurance coverage.
• Contributory Pension scheme.
• Full uniform and PPE provided