Plant Fitter

Workforce Recruitment and Training; Redditch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction and civil engineering business is seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join their team in Redditch. The successful candidate will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of a variety of plant machinery and will need strong knowledge in plant maintenance. Essential qualifications include Level 3 Plant Mechanics and a full UK Driving Licence. This position offers a full-time role with competitive pay based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare oil, parts, tools and daily requirements before starting scheduled work.
• Collect urgent equipment or parts from suppliers when required.
• Service, repair and maintain various types of plant machinery.
• Maintain and look after company equipment and vehicles.
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Strong knowledge of plant maintenance and repair

Ability to prioritise workload

Strong communication skills

Highly reliable

Ability to build relationships with suppliers

Education

Level 3 Plant Mechanics or Maintenance qualification

Full UK Driving Licence

CSCS Card

Job description

Plant Fitter

Location: Redditch
Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:00–17:00
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Depending on experience

We are currently working with a growing construction and civil engineering business that is seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, reliability, and maintaining a high standard of plant and equipment performance.

The Role

As a Plant Fitter, you will be responsible for the repair, service, and maintenance of a wide range of plant machinery, small tools, and vehicles to ensure all equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare oil, parts, tools and daily requirements before starting scheduled work.
• Collect urgent equipment or parts from suppliers when required.
• Service, repair and maintain:
  • 1–10 tonne forward tipping dumpers (Thwaites, Terex)
  • 3–25 tonne excavators (Hitachi, Doosan, Kubota)
  • Small tools (whackers, Stihl saws, poker units, breaker packs, sub pumps)
  • Road‑going vehicles (vans, pickups, trucks)
  • Rollers (Ammann, Bomag, Terex, Hamm)
  • Lifting accessories (block grabs, fork attachments)
• Maintain and look after company equipment and vehicles.
• Work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Level 3 Plant Mechanics or Maintenance qualification (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• CSCS Card (desirable)

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of plant maintenance and repair across a variety of machinery.
• Ability to prioritise workload and respond quickly to changing demands.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.
• Highly reliable and capable of independent working.
• Able to build and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers.

Values & Behaviours

• A family and community‑focused culture
• Dedicated and reliable service
• High‑quality workmanship
• Innovation and sustainability

Additional Information

• No DBS check required.
• No specific physical or legal requirements, beyond normal fitter duties.
• Duties may change to support operational needs.