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Plant Fitter

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 15.5 - 16 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join a well-established plant hire and machinery services business known for supplying high-quality equipment across the region. Operating from a busy depot in Whickham, this role offers a balance of workshop-based repairs and mobile call-outs to customer sites. You'll be part of a skilled engineering team supporting a modern fleet of heavy plant and construction machinery. A fully equipped company vehicle is provided for mobile duties.

Role Overview

Carry out servicing, repairs, and diagnostics on a wide range of heavy plant equipment
Work both in the workshop and on customer sites as required
Respond to breakdowns and perform on-site repairs using a company van
Conduct routine maintenance to manufacturer standards
Complete job cards, service reports, and parts requisitions accurately
Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Represent the business professionally during customer visits
Support depot operations when not attending mobile call-outsRequirements

Proven experience working on heavy plant machinery (excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, etc.)
Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical fault-finding skills
Ability to work independently on mobile jobs and as part of a workshop team
Full UK driving licence
Good communication and customer-facing skills
Reliable, organised, and able to prioritise workloadsSalary & Benefits

£15.50 - £16.00 per hour - dependant on experience 
Monday-Friday, 7:00-16:30
Overtime available at time and a half
Company vehicle provided
Paid from your front door when travelling directly to site
Opportunities for progression and manufacturer training
Strong team environment and long-term job stability 

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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