Workshop Fitter (Grade 1)

Chepstow Plant International; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A top mobile plant supplier in the UK is seeking an experienced heavy plant engineer to maintain and repair various construction machines at their Caldicot location. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in heavy plant maintenance and hold a formal engineering qualification like NVQ level 3. The role involves working with leading brands and requires a solid understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems. This position offers opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in heavy construction plant repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.
• Computer literate with tablet-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair heavy-duty quarrying equipment to high standards.
• Carry out inspections for machines being hired or sold.
• Diagnose and problem-solve technical issues on-site.

Skills

Repair and maintenance of Heavy Construction Plant

Knowledge of quarrying industry

Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical issues

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

NVQ level 3 in plant maintenance or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

A great opportunity to work for one of the country’s leading mobile plant suppliers in the minerals and aggregate sector who operates one of the most technologically advanced, environmentally friendly and newest fleets within Europe. Chepstow Plant International are looking to recruit an experienced heavy plant engineer to help maintain its front-line and ancillary machine fleet at their Head Office workshops in Caldicot. You will be working on premium, leading industry equipment brands such as Volvo, Caterpillar and Komatsu whilst carrying out the repairs alongside an existing, dedicated team of engineers, welders and painters.

The ideal candidate would have experienced and/or knowledge of the quarrying industry, with a formal engineering qualification in plant maintenance, agricultural machinery or HGV mechanics, such as NVQ level 3 / city and guilds or equivalent. The position will report directly into the workshop manager at the company’s Head Office with scope for development and promotions for the right candidate. Training, where required will be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair of heavy-duty quarrying equipment, including excavators, articulated haulers, wheel loaders, bulldozers etc. from industry leading brands such as Volvo & Caterpillar to a high standard.
• To carry out inspections and preparation of machines for hire or sale duties, such as check-ins/outs, fitting buckets or attachments, reversing cameras, radars etc.
• Ability to carry out major overhaul on engines, transmissions, axles, hydraulics etc.
• Diagnose and problem solve mechanical, hydraulic or electrical on machines.
• Can work on own initiative and part of a team.
• Accurate and punctual completion of systems/paperwork.
• Carry out all work in line with the company’s core health, safety and environmental policies and safe working practices.
• Highlight to management where additional works may be required.

Job Skills & Requirements

• 5+ years’ relevant experience (post apprenticeship) in the repair and maintenance of Heavy Construction Plant – Bulldozers, Dump Trucks, Excavators, Graders, Loading Shovels etc.
• NVQ or equivalent in engineering, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics.
• Experience in maintaining heavy quarry / mining / construction equipment.
• Knowledge and experience of working with Tier 4 and 5 engines, regen and AdBlue systems, Drive Lines, Hydraulics & Electrical Systems.
• Experience and knowledge of diagnostic equipment and procedures, including use of laptops for fault finding / diagnostics is preferred, but not essential. Training will be provided where required.
• Elevated level of Health & Safety knowledge & willingness to attend training courses.
• Computer literate with tablet-based maintenance and safety systems.
• Quick learner and able to work on own initiative, self-motivated and part of a workshop team.