Workshop Fitter

Chippindale Plant Ltd is one of the largest privately owned plant hire and sales companies in the North of England with 8 depots including Leeds. Established in 1949, it provides a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of Construction Plant, Tools, Excavator Attachments and Secure Site Accommodation. We are looking for a plant mechanic/fitters to maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant including;
Compaction Equipment, Excavators and attachments, Dumpers, Telehandlers, Compressors and a wide range of Tools. The role is for a workshop based mechanic/fitter job in our Huddersfield Depot. Key skills & Duties - Inspecting machines for defects - Servicing and maintenance - Undertaking routine inspections of various equipment - Dismantling and repairing or replacing faulty components - Reassembling and testing components to ensure they are working safely - Performing checks on new equipment before first use
-Escalating faults to managers - Use of a wide range of specialist tools such as hydraulic presses - Keeping the workshop area clean and tidy - Follow all H&S procedures - Basic welding - Using lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations Qualifications & Experience - Industry experience in a similar role - Previous experience of diagnosing and repairing plant / machinery/ lifting equipment is essential
-Previous experience of hydraulic systems - Basic electrical skills for plant and machinery - Previous experience of use of large workshop equipment - NVQ Plant and Machinery or Land Based Engineering L3 qualification desirable
-FLT It would be preferable for the successful candidate to hold a current driving license. This job requires someone who is flexible, motivated and customer focused. We are offering a stable position in a growing company that is investing substantially in new equipment and staff training.