Workshop Plant Fitter

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Plant Fitter to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work with a well-respected plant hire firm that values training and internal progression. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing plant machinery, diagnosing complex technical issues, and collaborating with clients to ensure their needs are met. With a focus on professional development, this position provides opportunities for advancement within the company. If you have a background in plant, HGV, automotive, or agricultural sectors and possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

Benefits

22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Salary Sacrifice Scheme for additional leave

Comprehensive training and development

Internal progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Plant, Automotive, HGV, or Agricultural industry is essential.
• Hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical capabilities are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of plant machinery at client sites.
• Diagnose technical issues and troubleshoot systems effectively.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure optimal equipment performance.

Skills

Hydraulics

Mechanical capabilities

Electrical capabilities

Fault finding

Team leadership

Education

NVQ in mechanical engineering

City and Guilds in electrical engineering

Job description

Job Role: Workshop Plant Fitter
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: GBP33,000-GBP35,000 base salary
Hours: Monday-Friday 07.00-16.30 +
Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The Client:

Interaction Technical have partnered with a well-established and National plant hire firm to support the growth of their team. Our client, who have been established for over 50 years, have reached a stage of growth where they are looking to onboard & train engineers from either a plant, HGV, Automotive or Agricultural background to the team. They offer a comprehensive training scheme alongside relative internal progression routes.

The package:

• 22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays / Increasing by 1 day for every year of service (25 overall)
• All overtime over 8 hours per day is paid at 1.5x
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for an addition 5 days annual leave per annum
• Full training & development with a focus on internal progression, route is as follows: (Workshop/Mobile Engineer > Lead Engineer > Hiring Manager > Site Manager > Regional Manager)
• All of the above promotions accompany substantial increases in salary and benefits.

The Requirements:

• Previous experience working in the Plant, Automotive, HGV or Agricultural industry (essential)
• Previous experience working with hydraulics, alongside mechanical and electrical capabilities (essential)
• Experience working on engines would be advantageous
• Electrical and/or Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience
• A desire to lead, manage and grow a team of your own
• Relevant qualifications NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous)
• Full UK Drivers License

The Responsibilities:

• Travel to client sites to perform maintenance and repair of plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose complex technical issues and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific requirements 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.