Workshop Plant Fitter

NEOS Recruitment; Northwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Workshop Plant Fitter in Northwich. You will be responsible for servicing and repairing a variety of plant machinery. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and strong knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulics. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary including overtime

Stable full-time employment

Opportunities for training

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a plant fitter, workshop engineer, or service technician.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and prepare a range of plant machinery.
• Ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for hire.

Skills

Knowledge of diesel engines

Hydraulics expertise

Fault diagnosis

Interpreting technical manuals

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

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Salary/Bonuses:
£40,000 - £47,000 per annum (based on experience) + potential overtime

Neos Engineering are partnered with a well-established provider of modern and reliable plant and construction equipment operating across the UK, committed to delivering exceptional service and high-quality machinery.

The Role
As a Workshop Plant Fitter, you will be based within a busy depot workshop, responsible for servicing, repairing, and preparing a wide range of plant machinery including excavators, telehandlers, dumpers, rollers, and small tools. Your work will ensure all equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for hire.

The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a plant fitter, workshop engineer, or service technician within the plant hire, construction, or heavy equipment sectors. You should have strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, along with the ability to diagnose faults and interpret technical manuals. Relevant qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent), a proactive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving licence are desirable.

The Benefits

Competitive salary with additional potential overtime

Stable full-time employment within a reputable company

Opportunities for training and career development

Supportive and friendly team environment

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

We kindly ask for those requiring sponsorship to not apply as the client is unable to offer sponsorship and any applications here will be automatically rejected.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive, we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.