Plant Mechanic / Fitter

Allelys Group; Studley CP; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Allelys Group is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to service and repair a range of plant and lifting equipment at Studley. You will ensure equipment safety, compliance with LOLER/PUWER, and optimal availability for operations.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) and NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations, with experience in heavy plant, cranes, or lifting gear, plus a valid UK driving licence. Expect a safety-focused, proactive team player environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance/Engineering or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations for servicing forklift trucks.
• Experience maintaining heavy plant, cranes or lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of LOLER/PUWER requirements.
• Hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and inspection of plant and lifting equipment, including cranes, gantries and modular trailers.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults on plant equipment.
• Prepare equipment for statutory inspections (e.g. LOLER) and support third-party examinations.
• Complete accurate maintenance and inspection records.
• Attend site to carry out repairs or breakdown support as required.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe, organised workshop and manage parts/consumables stock.

Skills

Fault finding

LOLER/PUWER

Driving licence

Heavy plant experience

Hydraulic skills

Electrical faults

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance/Engineering

NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations (forklifts)

Job description

The role is to maintain, service and repair a range of Allelys plant, lifting equipment and specialist machinery to industry standards and legislative requirements, ensuring equipment is safe, compliant and available for operational use.

Key responsibilities

• To ensure that all work is carried out as directed by manufacturers' guidelines, maintenance requirements, industry standards, traffic regulations, risk assessments, Health and Safety Regulations and DVSA standards.
• Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and inspection of plant and lifting equipment, including cranes, gantries and modular trailers.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults on plant equipment.
• Prepare equipment for statutory inspections (e.g. LOLER) and support third‑party examinations.
• Complete accurate maintenance and inspection records.
• Attend site to carry out repairs or breakdown support as required.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe, organised workshop and manage parts/consumables stock.

Key attributes

• Practical, safety‑conscious approach to maintenance.
• Reliable and flexible, willing to travel to site when required.
• Strong problem‑solving and diagnostic skills.
• Good team player, ability to relate to staff at all levels and comfortable working independently.
• Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment.
• The ability to ‘think on your feet’ and use initiative.
• A "can do" attitude.
• Professional and approachable.
• Flexible and reliable.

Skills & qualifications required

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Plant Maintenance, Engineering or related discipline.
• NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations to service forklift trucks.
• Experience maintaining heavy plant, cranes or lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of LOLER/PUWER requirements.
• Hydraulic and electrical fault‑finding skills.
• Full, clean and valid UK driving licence.

Details

• Position reports to: Plant/Workshop Manager.
• Location: Studley, Warwickshire.
• Hours: 40 hours per week plus overtime as required.

How to apply

Please use the online form to submit your CV and cover letter, including why you are the right fit for Allelys. You will be contacted directly if your application is successful.

Are you interested in working with us?

There’s plenty of scope for progression for those with ambition, ability and drive.

Lets Talk…

We would love to hear more about the challenges you are facing. One of our experienced team members will be pleased to help you.