Location: In Person
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Working Hours: 2-week rotating shift pattern
The Role
Alpha Recruitment are looking for a motivated and skilled Plant Fitter/Engineer to join a growing and dynamic team.
You’ll be responsible for the maintenance, servicing and repair of a wide range of plant and equipment, using your mechanical and electrical expertise to diagnose faults and ensure machinery is operating safely and efficiently.
Experience across the full range of equipment isn't essential, as training can be provided in certain areas where experience is limited.
Equipment You Could Be Working With
- Powered Access
- Forklift Trucks
- Compressors
- Generators
- Welders
- Avant loaders
- Small Plant
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine inspections, diagnostics and preventative maintenance.
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs effectively.
- Interpret technical schematics and manuals when troubleshooting equipment.
- Assemble new equipment and modify existing machinery where required.
- Maintain accurate service records, repair logs and maintenance schedules.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained to a high standard and operates safely.
- Provide excellent customer service and take a proactive approach to problem-solving.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience in mechanical repair and maintenance of plant machinery.
- Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge.
- Experience with fabrication, including welding and metalwork.
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems, power tools, hand tools and mechanical assembly.
- Experience operating and/or repairing a variety of plant machinery.
- The ability to read and understand technical schematics and manuals.
- A proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills.
- Good customer service skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience across all areas isn't essential — if you have a strong mechanical/electrical background and experience with some of the equipment listed above, training can be provided in other areas.
Working Hours
The role operates on a 2-week rotation:
Week 1: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Week 2: Monday – Thursday, 7:30am – 5:00pm
Friday, 7:30am – 2:00pm
Benefits
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site gym
- Free/on-site parking
If you're an experienced Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer, Plant Engineer, Powered Access Engineer or similar looking for a new opportunity with a company that can offer training across different areas of plant, we'd love to hear from you.