Mobile plant fitter

As a Mobile Plant Fitter, you’ll be responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and non-mechanical assets within our hire fleet. You’ll operate independently across multiple sites, ensuring equipment is safe, compliant, and operating efficiently. This is a hands-on, field-based role requiring a customer-focused, organised, and technically skilled engineer.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Maintenance

• Service and repair plant equipment, following manufacturer and company standards

• Attend breakdowns, carry out scheduled on-site servicing, and update job records

• Identify damage, process rechargeable repairs, and document with supporting photos

• Create and update workshop jobs using internal systems, noting parts used and hours worked

• Maintain van stock of tools, spares, and consumables; flag shortfalls for ordering

• Record accurate data on all completed work and ensure timely documentation

Customer Interaction & Site Work

• Liaise with customers during site visits to update on progress and downtime

• Complete condition reports and scheduled servicing documentation on site

• Travel across regions to meet service demands while representing the company professionally

Commercial & Stock Management

• Ensure accurate stock picking and report any discrepancies or delays

• Support annual and ad hoc stock checks; maintain accurate stock levels in the system

• Recommend disposals of redundant equipment

Quality & Compliance

• Work in line with HSEQ procedures and report any risks or accidents appropriately

• Use correct PPE and maintain clean, safe work areas including van and depots

• Suggest improvements to processes and report non-compliance

Requirements

Essential

• Experience as a Plant Fitter or Engineer working with plant and/or specialist equipment

• Strong mechanical skills and ability to work independently

• Computer literate and comfortable with internal service systems

• Clear communicator with attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• NVQ or City & Guilds in Plant Maintenance

• Valid CSCS Card

• Forklift licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary, company pension and life assurance

• Private medical cover

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + loyalty days

• 8 hours paid volunteering leave

• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice

• Company vehicle/allowance/van (role-dependent)

• Long-service recognition