Heavy Plant Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Plant Fitter to join a well-established and growing business operating within the aggregates, recycling, earthworks, and construction sectors.

This is a hands-on role working on a wide range of heavy plant and processing equipment, ensuring machinery remains safe, reliable, and operational across multiple sites. You'll be joining a professional team where your skills and experience will play a vital role in keeping operations running efficiently.

Key Responsibilities
Service, maintain, and repair a variety of heavy plant machinery including excavators, loading shovels, crushers, screeners, dumpers, and material handling equipment
Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic faults
Carry out planned preventative maintenance and routine inspections
Attend breakdowns and minimise equipment downtime through effective fault finding
Complete maintenance records and job documentation accurately
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety procedures
Work closely with site management and operational teams to maintain fleet reliabilityAbout You
Proven experience working as a Heavy Plant Fitter, Plant Engineer, Plant Mechanic, or similar role
Strong knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
Experience working on quarrying, recycling, aggregates, construction, or material handling equipment would be advantageous
Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic abilities
Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
A proactive and safety-conscious approach to workWhat We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Overtime opportunities available
Company pension scheme
Long-term career prospects within a growing organisation
Varied and interesting workload across a diverse fleet of machinery
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive and professional working environmentApply Today If you are an experienced Heavy Plant Fitter looking for your next challenge and want to work on a varied fleet of heavy machinery, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 Pete – (phone number removed)

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed