Plant Fitter

Flannery Plant; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Job summary

Flannery Plant Hire in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Workshop Plant Fitter to maintain, repair and service a diverse fleet of construction equipment. The role involves working both independently and in collaboration with the Service Manager to ensure optimal machine uptime.

You will carry out preventive maintenance on heavy plant such as hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers, complete accurate records, and adhere to health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• 2 years post-qualification experience as a Plant Fitter.
• Experience fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty plant.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and fit a range of plant items, including excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers.
• Perform preventive maintenance to extend equipment life.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and conduct safety inspections.
• Complete repairs and maintenance tasks as directed by the Service Manager.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
• Work independently and with the team.

Skills

Fault finding

Maintenance & repair

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Plant Fitter qualification

Job description

Plant Engineer/ Fitter

Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. With a comprehensive fleet of innovative machinery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and meeting our clients' project requirements.

Summary of Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Plant Fitters to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a variety of construction equipment, ensuring that our fleet remains in optimal working condition. This role involves working both independently and collaboratively with our team of professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance and fitting duties on a wide range of Plant items such as hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers.


• Perform preventive maintenance to extend the lifespan of equipment.


• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and guidelines and conduct safety inspections on equipment and report any hazards or concerns.


• Carrying out any mechanical repairs and maintenance duties assigned or requested by the Service Manager


• Follow work practices and instructions as directed by the Service Manager


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.

Essential Criteria:

• 2 years post qualification experience working as a Plant Fitter


• Experience and competency of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience


• A positive and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development

At Flannery Plant Hire, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.