Plant Fitter

First Military Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified HGV Technician in Hounslow, UK, to perform repair and maintenance on plant machinery. Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Machinery Repair and Maintenance and possess a Full UK Driving Licence. This role offers a salary of £42,000 per annum along with generous benefits such as overtime pay, birthday leave, and comprehensive wellness programs. Join an award-winning team committed to quality and compliance in service delivery.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities paid at X 1.5 basic hourly rate

An extra day off for your Birthday

20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to wellness programme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay policies

Qualifications

• Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 in Plant Machinery Repair and Maintenance.
• Ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with DVSA Standards is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs to plant machinery.
• Carry out PDI works and attachment set up.
• Conduct mobile repair and maintenance services.
• Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance according to schedules.
• Maintain inventory and cleanliness in the service vehicle.

Skills

Ability to identify worn and faulty components

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Machinery Repair and Maintenance

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Technician

• Performing major and minor repairs to plant machinery.
• Carrying out PDI works and attachment set up on plant machinery.
• Mobile repair and maintenance of plant machinery.
• Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services according to machine hrs and schedules.
• Maintaining inventory in the service vehicle and cleanliness from oil spills and dust.
• Working with other departments, including the sales team to ensure a quality and reliable service level is provided to customers.
• Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for to machines.
• Maintaining records of machines that have been repaired or handled.
• Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims according to manufacturer requirements or escalating them to higher management.
• Providing in-house training to recruits and trainees as required.
• Carrying out your role with quality, compliance and health and safety always at the forefront of what you do.

Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Technician

• NVQ Level 3 in Plant Machinery Repair and Maintenance.
• You will need the ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits for the HGV Technician

• Overtime opportunities paid at X 1.5 basic hourly rate
• Saturdays paid at overtime.
• An extra day off for your Birthday
• 20 days of annual leave per year PLUS Bank Holidays
• Four times death in service benefit
• Branded uniform and boot allowance
• Working for Motor Trader’s ‘Employer of the Year’.
• Working for an official Great Place to Work™️ and UK Best Workplace.
• Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS)
• Working with our award-winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process.
• Auto-enrolment pension.
• Self-development journal
• Ranked 101 in SW Business Insider’s Top 500 Companies
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay policies.
• Access to our wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, including WeCare from Canada Life (EAP and 24HR Online GP access and second Medical Opinion).
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Reward and recognition programmes, including our annual Awards and opportunities to attend our Wembley box as a celebration of your hard work and dedication.
• Annual appraisals programme and progression opportunities.
• Manufacturer training and access to our in-house training.
• Long service recognition and annual leave increase after 5 years’ service.
• Branded uniform
• Charities of the Year programme, Army Sport sponsors and community engagement initiatives

Location: Heathrow

Salary: £42,000 per annum