Workshop Plant Fitter

LJ Recruitment; Halstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

LJ Recruitment is seeking an experienced Workshop Plant Fitter for a workshop-based role in Essex. The position involves servicing, maintaining and repairing construction plant and heavy machinery, using diagnostic tools and undertaking PPMs in a modern facility.

Applicants should have strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills, own tools, and a full UK driving licence. Monday to Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm, salary £35,000-£45,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Workshop Engineer, Plant Mechanic or similar.
• Experience servicing, maintaining and repairing construction plant, heavy machinery or similar equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience using computer diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults, identify repairs and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant, heavy machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), routine servicing and reactive repairs.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and resolve technical issues.
• Strip, repair and rebuild mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Complete pre-delivery inspections (PDI) and safety checks as required.
• Identify additional maintenance requirements and carry out repairs per manufacturer specs.
• Maintain accurate service records and repair documentation.
• Ensure equipment is repaired safely and efficiently to a high standard.
• Work closely with the workshop team to return equipment to customers promptly.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Diagnostic equipment usage

Independent worker

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Workshop Plant Fitter

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: Essex - Workshop Based

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm

We are recruiting for an experienced Workshop Plant Fitter to join an established and growing company specialising in the maintenance, servicing and repair of construction plant and machinery.

This is a predominantly workshop-based position within a modern, fully equipped facility, offering the opportunity to work on a varied range of heavy plant, construction equipment and machinery.

We would be keen to hear from experienced Plant Fitters, Plant Mechanics, Workshop Engineers and Plant Engineers with strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant, heavy machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), routine servicing and reactive repairs.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and resolve technical issues.
• Strip, repair and rebuild mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Complete pre-delivery inspections (PDI), equipment safety checks and PAT testing where required.
• Identify additional maintenance requirements and carry out repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain accurate service records, job sheets and repair documentation.
• Ensure all equipment is repaired safely and efficiently to a high standard.
• Work closely with the workshop team to ensure equipment is returned to customers promptly.

Equipment You Will Work On

• Excavators, dumpers and dump trucks
• Wheeled loaders and skid-steer loaders
• Crushers, screeners and compaction equipmentGenerators, water pumps and disc cutters
• Hydraulic attachments and lifting equipment
• Hand tools and site cabins

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Workshop Engineer, Plant Mechanic, Plant Engineer or similar.
• Experience servicing, maintaining and repairing construction plant, heavy machinery or similar equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with good hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience using computer diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults, identify suitable repairs and work independently.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to complete accurate service documentation.
• A reliable, flexible approach and the ability to work effectively under pressure as part of a team.
• Own tools and a full UK driving licence are essential.