Workshop Plant Fitter

Interaction Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled technician for a permanent role in Croydon. The technician will travel to client sites, diagnosing and repairing plant machinery while ensuring optimal performance. This position offers substantial opportunities for career progression and a comprehensive benefits package, including training and overtime pay.

Benefits

22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Overtime paid at 1.5x after 8 hours per day

Salary Sacrifice Scheme for additional leave

Full training and development

Substantial salary increases with promotion

Qualifications

• Previous experience in plant, automotive, HGV, or agricultural industry.
• Experience with electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Full UK Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

Hydraulics

Engines

Team leadership

Education

NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

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Reference
445421

Salary
£30,000 - £33,000/annum

Job Location
United Kingdom -- England -- Greater London -- Croydon

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
Thursday, May 8, 2025

The Package:

• 22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays (increasing by 1 day for every year of service, up to 25 days)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x after 8 hours per day
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum
• Full training and development with a focus on internal progression (Workshop/Mobile Engineer > Lead Engineer > Hiring Manager > Site Manager > Regional Manager)
• Substantial salary and benefits increases with each promotion

Responsibilities:

• Travel to client sites to maintain and repair plant machinery and equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide expert recommendations
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Offer training and support to clients' staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices
• Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting
• Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance

Requirements:

• Previous experience in the plant, automotive, HGV, or agricultural industry (essential)
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential)
• Experience working on engines (advantageous)
• Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding, repair, and service experience
• A desire to lead, manage, and grow a team
• Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering) (advantageous)
• Full UK Driver's License

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