Plant & Fleet Mechanic

W M Donald; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

W M Donald Ltd is seeking a Plant & Fleet Mechanic for our workshop in Netherley. You will service and repair plant, equipment and fleet vehicles to ensure safety, reliability and availability.

The role requires a formal vehicle/plant repair qualification and a minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, with strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills. You will work across sites as required, undertake scheduled maintenance and maintain documentation in line with company procedures.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in vehicle and/or plant repair.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong diagnostic and repair capabilities.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electrics; fabrication/welding is advantageous.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair company plant, fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Carry out preventative, planned and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair fleet & equipment faults with minimal supervision.
• Ensure plant, fleet vehicles and equipment are fully serviceable and fit for purpose.
• Maintain servicing programmes and ensure scheduled maintenance is completed.
• Complete all relevant maintenance paperwork and documentation.
• Attend operational sites where necessary to undertake repairs and maintenance.
• Work in accordance with risk assessments, safety procedures and legislation.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork / initiative

Education

Vehicle/Plant repair qualification

Job description

W M Donald is currently recruiting a Plant & Fleet Mechanic based in our workshop in Netherley.

Job Vacancy: Plant & Fleet Mechanic

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting to: Fleet Manager

About Us

W M Donald Ltd is a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and innovation.

About the Role

As a Plant & Fleet Mechanic, you will play a key role in ensuring our plant and equipment is safe, reliable and available to meet operational requirements.

You will be responsible for servicing and repairing company plant, equipment & fleet vehicles, carrying out preventative and planned maintenance, diagnosing faults and undertaking general engineering tasks. This is a varied, non-routine role involving work across our operational area and attendance at sites where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and repair company plant, fleet vehicles and equipment efficiently and effectively
• Carry out preventative, planned and routine maintenance in accordance with company policy and legislation
• Diagnose and repair fleet & equipment faults with minimal supervision
• Ensure plant, fleet vehicles and equipment are fully serviceable and fit for purpose before being issued for use
• Maintain servicing programmes and ensure scheduled maintenance is completed
• Complete all relevant maintenance paperwork and documentation
• Attend operational sites where necessary to undertake repairs and maintenance
• Ensure equipment with expired calibration or PAT dates is not used
• Carry out general engineering tasks, with experience in hydraulics, electrics and minor fabrication/welding an advantage
• Report any limitations, defects or issues with plant and equipment to the appropriate personnel
• Work in accordance with risk assessments, safe systems of work, company procedures and relevant legislation
• Contribute to a positive safety, quality and environmental culture
• Formal qualification in vehicle and/or plant repair
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to meet company and operational deadlines

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Work with a respected civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for quality and safety.