Job Description: Workshop Plant Fitter
Job Title: Workshop Plant Fitter
Salary: £33,000.00 - £40,000.00
Location: Bedford
Shift: 45hrs Per Week (Mon-Fri 07.30 – 5.00pm)
Are you an experienced Plant Fitter looking for your next challenge? Do you have a strong mechanical background working on construction plant and heavy equipment?
We're looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Plant Fitter to join our established team at our Bedfordshire depot. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a respected business with a modern fleet of construction plant and excellent long-term career prospects.
Working within our busy workshop, you'll be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide range of plant hire equipment, ensuring machines are prepared to the highest standards before returning to our customers.
Workshop Plant Fitter - The Role
As a Workshop Plant Fitter, your responsibilities will include:
- Servicing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of plant hire equipment.
- Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
- Carrying out pre-delivery inspections (PDI) and bespoke machine inspections.
- Identifying damaged or worn components and completing repairs to a high standard.
- Performing routine servicing in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Completing welding and fabrication repairs where required.
- Preparing equipment to ensure it is safe, reliable and ready for hire.
- Accurately completing service, inspection and maintenance records.
- Working safely whilst adhering to all company Health & Safety procedures.
Workshop Plant Fitter - Equipment You'll Be Working On
You'll gain experience working on a varied fleet including:
- Telehandlers
- Excavators
- Dumpers
- Rollers
- General construction plant equipment
Workshop Plant Fitter - What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates who have:
- Previous experience working within the Plant Hire or Construction Plant industry.
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Experience servicing and repairing construction plant machinery.
- Welding and fabrication experience (advantageous).
- An NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent (desirable).
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- A proactive attitude with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Their own hand tools (specialist tools supplied).
Workshop Plant Fitter - What's In It For You?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company sick pay scheme.
- Death in Service cover.
- 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Retail discounts and wellbeing benefits platform.
- Long-term career progression within a growing business.
- Stable, permanent employment.
- Supportive and experienced workshop team.
Workshop Plant Fitter - About Elite Workforce Solutions:
We’re not just recruiters – we’re matchmakers for careers! Specialising in industries like Automotive, Plant, and Civil Engineering, we bring over 40 years of combined expertise to help skilled professionals like you find their next great opportunity.
Take the first step towards your exciting new career and apply today!
If this role is of interest, please contact Liam at Elite Workforce Solutions on 07962987483 or email [email protected]
Pay: £33,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
