Workshop Plant Fitter

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Workshop Plant Fitter in Northampton. You will service and maintain a variety of plant and access equipment, with clear training and progression routes. The role offers a competitive base salary of £38,000–£42,000 (OTE £45,000–£50,000+) plus overtime at 1.5x. Enjoy benefits such as 23 days annual leave and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme: 5% employee / 9% employer contribution

Full training and development with clear progression routes

10 days paid sick leave per annum

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Plant, HGV, Automotive, or Agricultural engineering.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair a variety of plant and access equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure equipment meets safety standards.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Diagnostic skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Education

NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualifications

Job description

Job Role: Workshop Plant Fitter

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Salary: £38,000–£42,000 base salary (OTE £45,000–£50,000+)

Hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 + Overtime @ 1.5x

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Client

Interaction Technical is proud to be working in partnership with a leading plant and access equipment specialist based in Northampton. With a reputation for quality service and technical excellence, the company is expanding its workshop team and seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join their operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a well-equipped facility on a wide range of small and heavy plant machinery, with access equipment included.

Package

• £38,000–£42,000 base salary with average first-year earnings of £45,000–£50,000
• Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 schedule (no weekends)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (including 3-day Christmas shutdown)
• Annual leave paid at average hours worked
• 10 days paid sick leave per annum
• Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution / 9% employer contribution
• Full training and development with clear progression routes
• Supportive team environment with long-term career prospects

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair a variety of plant and access equipment within the workshop
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure equipment meets safety standards
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Collaborate with the engineering team to improve service delivery

Requirements

• Proven experience in Plant, HGV, Automotive, or Agricultural engineering
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualifications preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to high standards of workmanship

For more information or to apply, contact Reegan, 07969154727 or email [e-mail]