Plant Fitter

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Are you an experienced Plant Fitter with a passion for heavy machinery? We’re looking for skilled Plant Engineers to join our dynamic Plant Operations Division. In this hands-on workshop-based role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining and servicing our extensive Plant Hire fleet, ensuring reliability and performance across a wide range of projects.

• Diagnose and repair faults on a wide range of heavy plant equipment, including excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, and generators.
• Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and maintenance, ensuring all machines are operating safely and efficiently.
• Identify potential issues early, using your mechanical knowledge to prevent downtime and reduce costly breakdowns.
• Perform hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic fault-finding and repairs.
• Complete accurate service reports and parts records, maintaining up-to-date documentation for all work carried out.
• Work independently and as part of a team, responding quickly to breakdowns and supporting colleagues across the depot.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
• Liaise with depot management and customers, providing clear updates on equipment status and repair timelines.
• Maintain high workshop and machinery standards, ensuring tools and equipment are kept in good condition.
• Represent Jarvie Plant professionally, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction and service quality.

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical engineering (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, HND).
• Strong knowledge of heavy plant systems and proven industry experience.
• Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Clear communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to service excellence.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, safety-conscious approach in a busy operational setting.

Note: Plant Fitters are expected to supply their own basic hand tools. Jarvie Plant will provide all necessary specialist tools, PPE, and branded workwear.

• A competitive hourly rate, with 2 hours each week paid at time and a half under a 42-hour contract – boosting your weekly earnings.
• Monday to Friday work pattern, with additional overtime available.
• Tailored learning opportunities and a dedicated Learning & Development Programme.
• Access to our Employee Discount Scheme and a wide range of staff discounts.
• Extra holidays, with buy/sell options for added flexibility.
• Life assurance, providing peace of mind for you and your family.
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A contributory Company Pension Scheme.
• Family-friendly policies, supporting a healthy work–life balance.

Ready to bring your skills to Jarvie Plant? Apply today via our Employment Hero recruitment portal. For any questions, contact

• We’re unable to offer sponsorship; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including references and, where relevant, DVLA, credit, or criminal checks.

Jarvie Plant – where people are, and always will be, our greatest asset. We’re an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Machinery Manufacturing