Plant Fitter

Omexom UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Plant Fitter/Technician to work in a workshop environment, ensuring the maintenance, repair, and service of Transmission Over Head Line equipment. Candidates should possess relevant mechanical and electrical qualifications, alongside a strong team spirit and the ability to manage responsibilities efficiently.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a Plant / Mechanical Workshop environment.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive / reactive maintenance on TOHL Plant & Equipment.
• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics on large diesel driven plant.
• Accurately log and record job completions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Mechanical / Electrical qualification

Safety qualification (e.g. SMSTS, CSCS, IOSH)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Omexom Job Description

Job Title: Plant Fitter/Technician

Reporting to: Plant Depot Manager

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Purpose of the Position:

Primarily based in the Plant Depot Workshop and Warehouse, you will be working alongside a team of Plant Fitters & Lifting Equipment Examiners to ensure that Transmission Over Head Line (TOHL) Heavy Plant and Specialist Equipment is repaired, serviced and maintained to the required standards.

Although for much of your time you will be based within the Plant Depot Workshop, you will also provide ‘call out’ services for breakdowns on TOHL projects in various locations throughout England and Scotland.

Completing inspection and maintenance records accurately and in a timely manner is of paramount importance within this role. High standards of quality are a must both in your Plant Fitting work and paperwork. This requires a solutions-driven individual with strong organisational skills to handle various operational tasks.

The role is based from Castleford, with occasional travel to other locations throughout England and Scotland. Flexibility in working hours, including overtime, may be required to meet operational demands.

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Responsibilities & Duties:

Including but not limited to the following:

• Carry out preventive / reactive maintenance and service repair activities to our fleet of TOHL Plant & Equipment, including hydraulics and electrical systems.

• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics to rectify all types of Mechanical & Electrical faults on large diesel driven plant.

• Communicate frequently with the Plant Depot Team and Project Site Teams.

• Raising of Purchase Requisitions.

• Liaise with Equipment Manufacturers and key suppliers for technical and complex issues ensuring the most cost-effective solutions are provided.

• Continually seek improvements in the Plant Depot Workshop and working practices.

• Explore innovative solutions and new plant and equipment.

• Accurately logging, recording and completing jobs as required.

• Ensure that all Omexom Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies and procedures are adhered to, adopting a safe method of working at all times.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

• Proven experience in a similar role within a Plant / Mechanical Workshop environment.

• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable criteria

• A valid Forklift Truck and / or Telehandler Operators’ certificate.

• Computer literate – able to use MS Word, Excel & Outlook comfortably.
• A Welding qualification.
• A Mechanical / Electrical qualification.
• A Safety qualification (e.g. SMSTS, CSCS, IOSH) or willingness to work towards one.

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Values

In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities:

Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.

Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.