Diesel Mechanic – Pumps & Plant Equipment
Location: Tilbury
Salary: £38,000 - £46,000 per annum + Overtime
Hours: Monday to Friday
Are you an experienced Diesel Mechanic or Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity?
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established company in Tilbury for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join their growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of diesel-powered pumps, generators, and plant equipment while benefiting from ongoing training, overtime opportunities, and excellent career prospects.
The Role
As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll be responsible for maintaining, servicing, inspecting, and repairing diesel pumps and associated equipment, ensuring all machinery is prepared to the highest standard before being hired out to customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on diesel pumps, generators, and plant equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
- Service, maintain, and prepare equipment for hire
- Complete routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and breakdown repairs
- Accurately complete job cards, service reports, and inspection records
- Work closely with the service and operations teams to ensure equipment availability
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures and health & safety standards
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- Previous experience as a Diesel Mechanic, Plant Fitter, Plant Engineer, Pump Engineer, or similar
- Experience working on diesel-powered plant equipment, pumps, generators, excavators, dumpers, loaders, or telehandlers
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Good knowledge of hydraulic and basic electrical systems
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A full UK driving licence is desirable
- NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent engineering qualification is advantageous
What's on Offer?
- £38,000 - £46,000 basic salary
- Overtime opportunities to increase your earnings
- Monday to Friday working – enjoy your weekends off
- Ongoing manufacturer and industry training
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Holiday entitlement
- Stable, full-time permanent position with a growing business
If you're an experienced Diesel Mechanic looking to join a respected company that values its engineers and offers long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your latest CV or contact Jack at Kemp Recruitment on 0330 440 2323 for a confidential discussion.
INDJR
INDJR
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £38,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
