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Plant Fitter

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

About the Role
Orchard Recruitment is working on behalf of a well-established and growing construction business to recruit an experienced and proactive Plant Fitter to join their Fleet team based in Wakefield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and supporting a wide range of plant equipment across multiple sites in the Yorkshire and North East region.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Repairs

Carry out scheduled servicing based on operating hours

Diagnose faults and undertake repairs on a range of equipment including excavators, diggers, cranes, mowers, strimmers, and hedge cutters

Perform safety checks and inspections on plant machinery and tools

Maintain accurate service and repair records

Workshop & On-Site Support

Assist with loading and unloading of plant equipment

Attend sites to carry out maintenance and repairs as required

Complete sign-off documentation and provide photographic evidence of completed work

Maintain a clean, compliant, and organised workshop environment

Inventory & Logistics

Order parts and liaise with suppliers

Identify equipment for disposal or quarantine

Prepare plant machinery for hire or resale

Health, Safety & Compliance

Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures

Report hazards, near misses, and incidents

Ensure correct PPE is worn at all times

Maintain high standards of housekeeping

Requirements

Essential:

NVQ Level 4 or City & Guilds Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent)

Valid CSCS Plant Operator card

Full UK driving licence (maximum 3 penalty points)

Proven experience diagnosing and repairing plant and small equipment

Good IT skills

Desirable:

Forklift licence

IRTEC Category F Licence

Small engine repair qualification

Crane Supervisor, MEWP or Banksman certifications

Personal Skills:

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability

Self-motivated with excellent time management

Strong communication skills

Flexible, reliable, and team-oriented

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary package

Clear opportunities for career progression

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Ongoing training and development

Additional Benefits Include:

  * Employee Assistance Programme

  * Private healthcare scheme

  * Pension contribution

  * Life assurance

  * Additional annual leave purchase scheme

  * Cycle to work scheme

  * Retail and lifestyle discounts

Equal Opportunities
Orchard Recruitment is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and will provide support throughout the recruitment process where required

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