Plant Mechanic

BAM UK & Ireland; Oban; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 % matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

2 wellbeing days

1 volunteering day

Personal and professional development

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is seeking a self-motivated Plant Mechanic for their site at Glensanda, near Oban. This role involves servicing and repairing a variety of plant and equipment, and resolving mechanical issues. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

The position offers a competitive salary, a range of benefits including matched pension contributions, private healthcare, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications in plant maintenance and repair.
• Diplomas in supervising lifts and plant maintenance are required.
• Experience shown through CPD and CV is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carry out workplace risk assessments.
• Resolve technical problems related to plant and equipment.
• Conduct scheduled servicing of equipment as per manufacturer specifications.
• Train and mentor other staff.

Education

Level 2 VQ Plant maintenance and repair

Level 3 Diploma in Plant Maintenance (Construction)

Level 3 Diploma in controlling lifting operations – supervising lifts

TIMMM

EngTech

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

BAM Ground Engineering is currently recruiting a Plant Mechanic based at our Quarry at Glensanda, near Oban. We are therefore seeking a self‑motivated candidate, able and competent to service and repair a variation of plant and equipment and also resolve any mechanical issues.

Most importantly, you will embrace our work ethic and company values of making the construction industry a safer and better place to work and be more aware of the environment and how we can protect our planet.

Making Possible

As a Plant Mechanic, you will be responsible for the following:

• Carry out workplace risk assessments
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and management
• Resolve technical problems relating to plant and equipment and share knowledge
• Carry out and record regular plant inspections
• Carry out scheduled servicing in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
• Have knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Carry out on and off-hire PDI inspections
• Carry out pre-examination inspections
• Provide clear and concise data, records
• Be able to read and understand schematics
• Provide advice to others in the safe operation and correct maintenance of plant
• Advise/seek advice on the modification and development of plant to ensure compliance with Change Control Procedures
• Identify opportunities to implement new technology
• Carry out daily/weekly work programmes set by the manager
• Carry out workload in collaboration with operational teams
• Train, mentor, and develop others
• Maintain personal diary/CPD record/ to demonstrate career development CV
• Record all work carried out within company electronic system
• Carry out workshop inspections as instructed
• Ensure compliance with company and legislative safety and environment requirement

What do you bring to the role?

Qualifications

• Level 2 VQ Plant maintenance and repair
• Level 3 Diploma in Plant Maintenance (Construction)
• Level 3 Diploma in controlling lifting operations – supervising lifts
• TIMMM
• EngTech

Training

• First Aid at Work – 1 day
• CPCS – various categories
• CSCS/PTS
• Technical Seminars and Workshops

Experience

• Comprehensive range of experience demonstrate by CPD and CV

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family‑friendly policies
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high‑quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Zainab Rubbani, Recruiter, BAM UK & Ireland (Infrastructure), Email: [e-mail]

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.