Workshop Fitter – Newport

TN United Kingdom; Wembley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks skilled workshop fitters for their Newport depot. This role involves fitting and welding duties, ensuring the maintenance and repair of various plant equipment. The successful candidate will work closely with supervisors, maintain safety standards, and keep accurate records of work performed. Join a leading supplier in the UK and contribute to a proactive and safety-focused environment where your skills will be valued and rewarded. If you have a passion for plant machinery and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a mobile plant fitter required.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Welfare practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and fitting duties on hydraulic excavators and dozers.
• Cutting and welding tasks as directed by the workshop supervisor.

Skills

Fault-finding

Maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant

Welding

Teamwork

Education

2 years post qualification experience as a mobile plant fitter

Tools

Own tools

Job description

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Flannery Plant Hire is a blue-chip company & one of the biggest suppliers of operated & self-drive plant hire in the UK.

We are currently looking for workshop fitters for our Newport depot.

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The Fitter is responsible for all duties associated with the post including fitting/welding duties at our Newport depot.

• Maintenance and repair of mobile & fixed plant and equipment as requested by the workshop supervisor both at our depot
• Follow instructions as directed by the workshop supervisor

Assist with the safe operation of the work area and any customer site

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintenance and fitting duties on a wide range of Plant items such as hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers
• Cutting and welding as requested by workshop supervisor
• Keeping accurate records e.g. pre-delivery inspections and returns inspection of plant, records of works carried out and parts used
• Liaising and working with outside contract fitting staff
• Complying with delegated responsibilities in the areas of Safety, Health and Welfare and have a proactive approach towards the reduction/elimination of accidents and dangerous occurrences in the workplace
• Carrying out any mechanical repairs and maintenance duties assigned or requested by Workshop supervisor and or Service Manager
• Follow work practices and instructions as directed by Workshop Supervisor

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2 years post qualification experience working as a mobile plant fitter
• Experience and competency of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant
• Knowledge and awareness of Health, Safety and Welfare practice and legislation, with experience of on-site construction situations
• Possess the ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must have own tools

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate.