Plant Hire Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire business is seeking a Plant Technician in Avonmouth, Bristol. In this role, you will maintain and repair construction plant equipment to ensure high standards. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in the plant hire industry and a minimum of NVQ Level 2 qualification. The position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, including development opportunities and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Incentive scheme

Life Assurance

Employee assistance programme

Opportunity to buy and sell holidays

Responsibilities

• Conduct equipment repair and pre-hire inspections.
• Perform maintenance on various equipment.
• Handle electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs.
• Service and inspect all equipment regularly.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained with the highest standards.

Skills

Knowledge of plant hire or equipment industry

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible approach

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification

Job description

Plant Technician

Avonmouth, Bristol

33,000 - 38,000 (depending on qualifications)

Full-time (42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

If you are experienced mechanical technician with a background working on plant equipment then this could be ideal for you. This could also suit someone with experience in other mechanical maintenance roles or someone with a background in the motor trade who is looking to move into a new industry.

The company are a leading plant hire business who supply a range of equipment across different industries (this role will mainly be working on construction plant equipment)

As a skilled Plant Technician, you will maintain equipment to the highest standards, ensuring it consistently meets or exceeds customer expectations.

The company offer a good benefits package and potential to train and develop so please apply online and one of the team will be in touch.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct equipment repair and pre-hire inspections.
• Perform maintenance on various equipment.
• Handle electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs.
• Service and inspect all equipment regularly.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained with the highest standards of cleanliness, functionality, and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience within the plant hire or equipment industry.
• Team player with a supportive attitude towards colleagues.
• Self-motivated with a flexible approach to the working environment.
• A full UK driving license is advantageous but not essential.
• Minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification.

Benefits:

• Real living wage employer.
• Excellent development opportunities.
• Exceptional benefits package including:
  • Incentive scheme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Opportunity to buy and sell holidays.

To apply for the Plant Technician position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining Sunbelt Rentals.