Junior Plant Fitter; Construction Equipment

Junior Plant Fitter / Maintenance Technician (Construction Equipment)

Chesterfield

£28,000 – £35,000 basic + Specialist Training & Development + Clear Pathway to Senior Fitter + Van & Tools Provided + Life Assurance + Pension + Holiday Purchase Scheme + Other Benefits

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Junior Plant Fitter / Maintenance Technician based within a commutable distance to Chesterfield. This is a permanent, full-time position primarily based at the depot, working closely alongside the workshop team and senior fitters.

Are you a mechanical technician, automotive mechanic, HGV fitter, or recent apprentice looking to kickstart a long‑term career with a leading specialist engineering business?

Are you looking to broaden your mechanical skill set, stepping into a role where you will receive fully funded, specialist hydraulics training, and support towards further qualifications, with the opportunity progress?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful contractor working on specialist geotechnical and structural projects nationwide. You will work across a diverse fleet of plant machinery, engines, and specialist equipment in a supportive, hands‑on workshop environment.

We are working with a leading specialist engineering contractor, providing innovative solutions on technically challenging civil, geotechnical, and structural projects across the UK.

You will focus on routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and basic repair of workshop equipment.

• Carry out routine servicing, basic mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance on workshop plant.
• Work across a broad mix of machinery, including small engines, compressors, track dumpers, excavators, hydraulic drills, and winches.
• Assist senior fitters with basic fault diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Accompany senior fitters on occasional site visits to gain hands‑on field experience.
• Record service and maintenance activity accurately

We are open to candidates from a variety of mechanical backgrounds. We are looking for people who can show:

• Practical mechanical experience (e.g., Automotive Mechanics, HGV Technicians, Agricultural Machinery, Plant, Quarry, or Factory Maintenance backgrounds).
• A recently completed NVQ Level 1/2 or apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline is desirable but not essential.
• A valid UK Driving Licence.

• Fully funded, specialist hydraulics training
• Life assurance (work and leisure) and company pension scheme
• 24/7 Virtual GP access, mental health support, and healthcare cash plan
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days/year) & enhanced maternity pay
• Cycle-to-Work scheme, retail discounts, and free on-site parking