Plant Mechanic

KDM HIRE; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KDM Hire in Cookstown is seeking a skilled plant mechanic to maintain and service a range of heavy plant and powered access machinery in our workshop.

You will diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and keep accurate service records while upholding safety and quality standards. The role requires strong mechanical skills, problem-solving ability, and a valid driving licence; we offer training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the repair of plant and equipment.
• Good all-round mechanical skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of electrics, electronics and hydraulics.
• Highly organised with clear communication.
• IT proficient to record jobs electronically.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance and repairs on heavy plant and powered access machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Uphold safety and maintenance standards in all tasks.
• Collaborate with the team to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs and service history.
• Utilise strong mechanical skills to ensure reliability.
• Demonstrate attention to detail in equipment quality and performance.
• Work as part of a team to foster a productive environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

IT literacy

Valid driver's license

Job description

Are you a skilled plant mechanic seeking a new career with a leading equipment rental company? Join our team and be at the forefront of maintaining and servicing our diverse range of heavy plant and powered access machinery within our workshop based in Cookstown. As a key contributor to our success, your expertise will diagnose faults and ensure the highest standards of equipment maintenance.

What You Will Do

• Conduct comprehensive maintenance and repairs on a diverse range of heavy plant and powered access machinery
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in the equipment
• Uphold the highest standards of safety and maintenance in all tasks and operations
• Collaborate with the team to contribute to the overall success and efficiency of our company
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and service history
• Utilise strong mechanical skills to ensure precision and reliability in all aspects of the job
• Demonstrate a keen attention to detail in maintaining the quality and performance of equipment
• Work seamlessly as part of a team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

What You Will Need

• Previous experience in the repair of plant and equipment
• Good all-round mechanical skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of electrics, electronics and hydraulics
• Highly organised with the ability to communicate effectively
• IT proficient to record jobs electronically
• Valid driver’s licence

KDM Hire is a professional and dynamic business which has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s leading equipment rental companies. With over 35 years of experience within the industry, our passion remains the same to simply do ‘whatever it takes’ to deliver quality equipment and services to our customers.

We take PRIDE in our work, our customers and our company and we look for people that share our values: Positivity, Responsibility, Integrity, Determination, Energy.

Hours of work: Monday – Thursday 7.30am – 5pm & Friday 7.30am – 4pm and Saturdays on a rotational basis from 7.45am – 12.30pm

Location: Cookstown

Salary: Depending on experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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