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Heavy Plant Fitter

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Redcar

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting a leading heavy industrial manufacturing organisation based on Teesside in the appointment of a Heavy Plant Fitter to join their established engineering function.

 This is a key, hands-on role within the site workshop and plant process areas, reporting directly to the Garage Team Leader. You will play a critical part in maintaining the reliability, safety and performance of a wide range of heavy mobile plant assets, supporting production, operational efficiency and site safety objectives.

 Working as part of a multi-disciplined engineering team, you will deliver a high-quality maintenance and repair service, responding effectively to breakdowns, defects and improvement opportunities across the plant fleet.
  
 The Role
 As Heavy Plant Fitter, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of a varied range of heavy plant and mobile equipment, ensuring assets remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

 Typical equipment includes heavy plant machinery, slab carriers, CAT-based equipment, skip carriers, forklifts, excavators, skid steers and associated mobile assets.

 You will use your technical expertise, diagnostic skills and practical experience to identify issues, implement corrective actions and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering function.
  
 Key Responsibilities
  
Inspect, diagnose and assess plant and mobile equipment using specialist diagnostic and computer-based tools 
Carry out routine inspections of engines, gearboxes, hydraulics, electrical systems, tyres and structural components 
Fault find and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, structural and lubrication system issues 
Dismantle, repair or replace defective components and assemblies 
Undertake all aspects of mobile plant maintenance, repairs and asset enhancements 
Reassemble, test and commission equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation 
Inspect new equipment prior to use on site 
Maintain accurate maintenance records and update asset status systems 
Provide clear feedback on defects, failures and corrective actions to colleagues and management 
Use a wide range of hand and power tools, including lifting, welding and cutting equipment 
Carry out ongoing safety inspections and promote a strong safety-first culture 
Respond to plant breakdowns, including out-of-hours call-outs when required 
Liaise with and manage third-party contractors for specialist repair activities 
Operate and drive machinery during commissioning, testing and recovery activities  Training & Development
 The organisation is committed to long-term investment in its people. You will benefit from a structured training and development programme designed to support your progression into a multi-skilled mechanical professional.
 Career development is supported through a full competency framework, bespoke training plans, mentoring from experienced engineers and long-term development pathways.
  
 About You
  
Qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3, or holding one of the following (or equivalent):  
Level 2 Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance 
Level 2 Diploma in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance 
Level 3 Diploma in Plant Maintenance 
Or a completed, recognised engineering apprenticeship   
Previous experience in mechanical maintenance within a heavy engineering, industrial or commercial environment 
Mobile plant operator licence desirable 
Strong fault-finding capability across mechanical and hydraulic systems 
Flexible, proactive and eager to learn and develop 
Confident communicator, able to engage with colleagues at all levels 
Able to plan workload around operational demands and work effectively on own initiative 
Committed to safe working practices at all times 
Knowledge of steelmaking or similar heavy process environments advantageous but not essential (full training provided)  What's on Offer
 This organisation recognises that its people are its greatest asset and offers a comprehensive benefits package, alongside ongoing investment in training and career development.
 Benefits include:
  
Competitive salary 
Defined contribution pension scheme 
35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) 
Life assurance 
Comprehensive company sick pay scheme 
Health Cash Plan via Simplyhealth 
Employee Assistance Programme 
Standby and call-out payments 
Family-friendly benefits, including maternity, paternity and adoption leave

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