Duties Include:
We are seeking an experienced and reliable Heavy Plant Mechanic to inspect, maintain, diagnose and repair a wide range of heavy plant machinery. The successful candidate will have strong fault-finding abilities, excellent technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently or as part of a wider maintenance team.
This role is critical in ensuring machinery remains safe, compliant, and fully operational to support site operations and productivity.
Responsibilities include:
* Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on heavy plant equipment.
* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
* Conducting inspections to identify wear, damage and potential failures.
* Carrying out repairs and component replacements to minimise equipment downtime.
* Maintaining accurate maintenance records, inspection reports and service documentation.
* Ensuring all equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer specifications and statutory requirements.
* Reporting defects and safety concerns immediately to the relevant personnel.
* Supporting breakdown response activities and emergency repairs when required.
* Working closely with operations and site teams to maximise plant availability.
* Ensuring compliance with company procedures and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Pay Details:
Fully PAYE
* 50–80 hour weeks available
* 12 on, 2 off rotation
* 12-hour shifts typical
Basic: £24.14 per hour
1.5x Overtime: £36.21 per hour
2x Overtime: £48.28 per hour
Lodge paid per shift worked
Estimated Gross Earnings:
* 5 Days: £1,593+ including lodge
* 7 Days: £3178+ including lodge
(Exact earnings dependent on hours worked and shift pattern.)
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
* NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Minimum 5 years' post-apprenticeship experience maintaining and repairing heavy plant machinery.
* Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience.
* Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and basic electrical systems.
* Experience working with construction plant and heavy equipment.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Ability to work safely in a fast-paced operational environment.
Desirable:
* CITB Plant Maintenance qualification.
* IOSH Working Safely.
* CPCS Plant Maintenance Qualification.
* IPAF.
* Previous experience working on major infrastructure, construction, energy or nuclear projects.
* Manufacturer training on JCB, CAT, Hitachi, Volvo, Komatsu or similar equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure rewarding long-term work on one of the UK's largest infrastructure and energy projects.
Please send your CV in. Successful applicants will be contacted by phone.
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Salary description
£24.12 - £48.28 per hour