Plant Fitter - Heavy Machinery Specialist (Depot-Based)

Jarvie Plant Group; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Employee discounts

Extra holidays

Life assurance

EAP — Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Jarvie Plant is seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to service and repair a wide range of heavy plant equipment from our Edinburgh depot. This hands-on workshop role focuses on keeping the hire fleet reliable and performing to meet project demands.

You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and liaise with depot management and customers on repair timelines while following health and safety procedures. Own basic hand tools are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified in mechanical, hydraulic or electrical engineering (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, HND).
• Strong knowledge of heavy plant systems and industry experience.
• Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on heavy plant equipment (excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, generators).
• Carry out routine servicing, inspections and maintenance to keep machines safe and efficient.
• Identify issues early to prevent downtime and reduce breakdowns.
• Perform hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and pneumatic fault-finding and repairs.
• Complete service reports and maintain records for all work.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Hydraulic systems

Electrical engineering

Diagnostics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health & safety

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

Jarvie Plant is seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to service and repair a wide range of heavy plant equipment from our Edinburgh depot. This hands-on workshop role focuses on keeping the hire fleet reliable and performing to meet project demands.

You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and liaise with depot management and customers on repair timelines while following health and safety procedures. Own basic hand tools are required.