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Head Plant Fitter
Bromsgrove
£55,000 basic
Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Fitter to join our team, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to take on a leadership role, overseeing the efficient operation of our workshop and yard. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the availability and maintenance of plant machinery across multiple sites while upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
Responsibilities
As the Head Fitter, your key responsibilities will include:
Collaborating with the Plant Manager to schedule, coordinate, and supervise the daily workload of fitters and yard personnel.
Providing day-to-day support and guidance to fitters.
Managing stock levels for parts and liaising with suppliers as required.
Overseeing workshop repairs on all plant machinery, including road-going vehicles (trucks and vans), dumpers, and excavators, ensuring timely and safe delivery.
Coordinating the delivery and collection of machinery and plant.
Maintaining accurate records of all servicing and repairs.
Implementing a system to inspect off-hired machinery and identify damages chargeable to customers/users.
Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and maintaining a high level of safe working practices.
Completing lifting inspections and signing off on certifications.
Mentoring and supporting trainees and apprentices.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and certifications:
LOLER Certification.
Testing and Inspection Certification.
Level 3 Plant Mechanic Qualification.
Forklift Qualification.
HGV Certification.
Counterbalance Forklift Certification.
GCSE English Grade 4/C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent.
GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent.
Day-to-Day
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Supervising and allocating tasks to workshop and yard personnel.
Ensuring all plant machinery and vehicles are maintained and repaired efficiently.
Managing inventory and liaising with suppliers to ensure the availability of necessary parts.
Conducting inspections and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Supporting and mentoring team members to enhance their skills and performance.
Coordinating logistics for machinery delivery and collection.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer a competitive package, including:
A basic salary of up to £55,000 per annum.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
28 days of holiday and additional benefits.
If you are a dedicated and experienced professional with the qualifications and expertise required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and take the next step in your career as a Head Fitter in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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