Workshop Fitter

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank/h

Bupa healthcare

Westfield Health

Contributory pension

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd is currently seeking a Workshop Technician to maintain and repair mobile cranes and plant equipment in a busy South Yorkshire workshop. The role focuses on servicing, refurbishments, and providing high-quality repairs to ensure reliable equipment for customers.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge, with background in plant, HGV, or PSV maintenance. Training and progression opportunities are available in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Background in plant, HGV, or PSV maintenance.
• Mobile crane experience is highly desirable.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics.
• Proactive attitude with willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repairs to mobile cranes on both a commercial and warranty basis.
• Support the refurbishment of plant and crane equipment within a busy commercial workshop.
• Liaise with customers to agree required works, action points, and expected timeframes.
• Work closely with suppliers to order parts and maintain inventory.
• Collaborate with the service team to ensure all tasks are completed in priority order and to high standards.

Skills

Plant maintenance

HGV maintenance

PSV maintenance

Mobile crane experience

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Reading schematics

Proactive attitude

Job description

Workshop Technician - Heavy Plant & Crane Equipment

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week + enhanced overtime rates

Benefits: 33 days annual leave, Bupa healthcare, Westfield Health, contributory pension

About the Role

We're recruiting for a Workshop Technician on behalf of a respected commercial workshop in South Yorkshire. This Workshop Technician position is ideal for someone with experience in plant, HGV, PSV, or mobile crane maintenance who is seeking a stable, workshop-based role with strong long-term prospects. As a Workshop Technician, you'll work on a wide range of plant and crane equipment, supporting refurbishments and carrying out high-quality repairs and servicing. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Workshop Technician looking to join a skilled and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repairs to mobile cranes on both a commercial and warranty basis.
• Support the refurbishment of plant and crane equipment within a busy commercial workshop.
• Liaise with customers to agree required works, action points, and expected timeframes.
• Work closely with suppliers to order parts and maintain a strong and accurate parts inventory.
• Collaborate with the service team to ensure all tasks are completed in priority order and to high standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Background in plant, HGV, or PSV maintenance.
• Mobile crane experience is highly desirable but not essential.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics.
• Proactive attitude with willingness to learn and develop.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000, dependent on experience.
• Enhanced overtime rates to significantly boost earnings.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Bupa healthcare and Westfield Health benefits.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• A supportive, well-resourced, and progressive workshop environment.