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Neos Recruitment Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm based in Preston is looking for a skilled Plant Fitter / Heavy Plant Engineer to maintain and repair recycling plant machinery. The ideal candidate has experience in plant maintenance and understands diesel engines and hydraulics. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of GBP23 - GBP25 and the chance to contribute to a socially responsible organization focused on community impact.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team culture

Skill development opportunities

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• Experience in recycling or construction plant maintenance.
• Strong understanding of diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Proactive attitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Conducting service inspections and maintaining service records.
• Complying with all Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Experience in recycling or construction plant maintenance

Strong understanding of diesel/gas engines

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of pneumatics

Proactive attitude

Ability to work independently

Commitment to safe working practices

Job description

Plant Fitter / Heavy Plant Engineer
Preston
GBP23 - GBP25 per hour

Neos Engineering are partnered with a forward-thinking and sustainability-focused organisation within the recycling industry.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run business that places people and community at the core of its operations. With a strong commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility, and social impact, the company offers a dynamic and inclusive working environment.

The Role
As a Plant Fitter / Heavy Plant Engineer, you ll become a crucial part of the maintenance team, responsible for the repair and upkeep of both mobile and fixed recycling plant machinery. You ll be working hands-on across a variety of equipment in a fast-paced, outdoor environment, contributing to smooth operational performance and compliance with safety regulations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Servicing and repairing mobile and fixed plant equipment, including engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics

• Welding and basic fabrication work

• Diagnosing faults and fitting correct parts

• Maintaining crushers, bailers, conveyor systems, and other recycling machinery

• Conducting service inspections and maintaining service records

• Managing your own workload in line with maintenance schedules

• Complying with all Health & Safety policies

The Candidate
We re seeking a skilled and reliable engineer who thrives in hands-on environments and is confident working with a wide range of machinery. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in recycling or construction plant maintenance

• Strong understanding of diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics

• Exposure to HGVs and mobile plant such as excavators, grabs, forklifts, and trailers

• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Commitment to safe working practices and high standards of workmanship

The Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of GBP23 - GBP25

• Supportive team culture within a values-driven organisation

• Opportunity to contribute to a socially responsible business with community partnerships

• Long-term stability and opportunity for skill development