Workshop Fitter

CHIPPINDALE; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company in the UK is seeking a plant mechanic/fitter for its workshop in Leeds. The role involves maintaining and repairing various construction plant and equipment. Ideal candidates will have industry experience, skills in diagnostics, and be able to work with hydraulic and electrical systems. This position offers stability in a growing company that is committed to investing in its equipment and staff training.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in a similar role.
• Experience of diagnosing and repairing plant/machinery/lifting equipment.
• Proven track record of diagnosing faults.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair construction plant including Compaction Equipment and Excavators.
• Undertake routine inspections of equipment.
• Update service records.

Skills

Inspecting machines for defects

Servicing and maintenance

Basic welding

Using hydraulic systems

Basic electrical skills

Education

NVQ Plant and Machinery or Land Based Engineering L3 qualification

Tools

Large workshop equipment

Specialist tools such as hydraulic presses

Job description

Chippindale Plant Ltd is one of the largest privately owned plant hire and sales companies in the North of England with 8 depots including Leeds. Established in 1949, it provides a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of Construction Plant, Tools, Excavator Attachments and Secure Site Accommodation.

We are looking for a plant mechanic / fitters to maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant including; Compaction Equipment, Excavators and attachments, Dumpers, Telehandlers, Compressors and a wide range of Tools.

The role is for a workshop based mechanic / fitter job in our Leeds Depot.

Key skills & Duties

• Inspecting machines for defects
• Servicing and maintenance
• Undertaking routine inspections of various equipment
• Dismantling and repairing or replacing fault components
• Reassembling and testing components to ensure they are working safely
• Performing checks on new equipment before first use
• Using reports to diagnose faults
• Updating service records
• Escalating faults to managers
• Use of a wide range of specialist tools such as hydraulic presses
• Keeping the workshop area clean and tidy
• Follow all H&S procedures
• Basic welding
• Using lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations

Qualifications & Experience

• Industry experience in a similar role
• Previous experience of diagnosing and repairing plant / machinery / lifting equipment is essential
• Proven track record of diagnosing faults
• Previous experience of hydraulic systems
• Basic electrical skills for plant and machinery
• Previous experience of use of large workshop equipment
• NVQ Plant and Machinery or Land Based Engineering L3 qualification desirable
• Manufacturer training courses for industry product
• M&E Experience
• FLT

It would be preferable for the successful candidate to hold a current driving license. This job requires someone who is flexible, motivated and customer focused.

We are offering a stable position in a growing company that is investing substantially in new equipment and staff training.