Repair Technician (Progression To Plant Fitter)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tool hire specialist in Ipswich seeks a Repair Technician to join their growing team, offering a stable, workshop-based position with training and development opportunities. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining tools, with a clear pathway for progression to Plant Fitter. Candidates should hold a UK driving license and have experience with PAT testing. Competitive salary and company bonuses are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in PAT testing and repairing handheld tools is essential.
• Looking for a varied role with opportunities for progression.
• Commutable to Ipswich.

Responsibilities

• Perform PAT testing and maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Work as a Technician in a workshop setting.
• Participate in training to develop into a Plant Fitter.

Skills

PAT testing

Repairing equipment

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Education

UK driving License

Job description

Repair Technician (Progression to Plant Fitter)
30,000 - 33,000 + Monday to Friday + Training on Equipment + Progression to Plant Fitter + Company Bonuses
Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you a Repair Technician or similar with experience repairing handheld tools and PAT testing equipment, looking for a workshop based, Monday to Friday role for a thriving and growing tool hire specialist that provides continuous training and development with the scope to progress within the company?

On offer is the opportunity to join a longstanding tool and plant equipment provider with numerous depots across the UK. They have nearly 40 years' experience and a team of highly skilled, dedicated engineers across the UK and are now looking to bolster the team with new Technicians to develop into fully fledged Plant Fitters.

In this role you will be based in the Ipswich depot as a part of a team of seven. You will be expected to PAT test, service and maintain a range of electrical, petrol and diesel equipment, ensuring that the performance and quality of the tools are maintained. Training led by experts will be provided, leading to internal promotions within the business.

This role would suit a Repair Technician or similar with experience PAT testing and repairing handheld tools, who is looking for a varied role with plenty of internal progression to senior roles.

The Role

• Workshop based Technician
• PAT testing / repairing equipment
• Monday to Friday from 7am to 5pm
• Training and development to becoming a Plant Fitter

The Person

• Repair Technician or similar
• Experience PAT testing / repairing equipment
• UK driving License
• Commutable to Ipswich

Reference Number: BBBH19640

Engineer, Engineering, Maintenance, Fitter, Technician, Mechanical, Electrical, Diesel, Petrol, Tools, Plant, Construction, Agriculture, Mechanic, Service, PAT Test, Testing, Ipswich, Suffolk

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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