Plant Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated Plant Maintenance Technician. This role involves conducting inspections, managing safety equipment, and ensuring compliance with operational standards. Ideal candidates will hold a CSCS Green Card, a Full UK Driving Licence, and have experience in heavy plant maintenance. Join our team and contribute to upholding our high standards.

Qualifications

• CSCS Green Card required.
• Full UK Driving Licence needed.
• Experience with heavy plant maintenance is essential.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections on various site vehicles.
• Record machine hours and monitor tyre conditions.
• Manage stock control of fluids and maintain safety equipment.
• Assist with diagnostics and produce risk assessments.

Skills

CSCS Green Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience with heavy plant maintenance

Basic computer literacy

Ability to write risk assessments

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance

CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card

Tools

Safety equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Plant Maintenance Technician to join our team.

This vital role ensures that all plant and equipment meet our high standards of safety, compliance, and operational readiness. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will play a key role in upholding our mission and values, which you can explore here.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) on earthworks plant, 4x4s, minibuses, and other site vehicles.
• Record machine hours, damage, tyre wear, and apply plant ID stickers.
• Check and maintain safety equipment (e.g., cameras, alarms, lights).
• Inspect and replenish fluids, grease pots, and perform basic greasing.
• Monitor tyre conditions, undercarriage wear, and Ground Engaging Tools (GET).
• Assist with diagnostics and report issues to the Plant Desk.
• Produce risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Manage stock control of fluids and maintain COSHH-compliant storage.
• Support OEM staff with basic repairs and machine location.
• Replace GET and cutting edges.
• Issue Maintenance Permits to Work as required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• CSCS Green Card
• Full UK Driving Licence
• NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance
• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
• Experience with heavy plant maintenance
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to write risk assessments and follow safe systems of work

Desirable:

• CPCS A68 Plant Mover Card
• Welding experience or qualification
• Familiarity with Tier 1 OEM equipment (e.g., Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu)