Jobs in Phillack

Plant Fitter

Excellent Salary | Overtime Available | Training & Development | Cornwall | Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a leading mineral exploration drilling contractor based in Cornwall.

Working within a busy workshop and supporting drilling operations across the UK, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide range of heavy plant, drilling equipment and support vehicles, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and ready for deployment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a well-established business that offers long-term career security, ongoing training and the chance to work alongside highly experienced engineers.

What's on Offer

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Excellent salary with overtime opportunities.

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Permanent, full-time position.

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Long-term career progression.

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Ongoing manufacturer and in-house training.

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Work with modern drilling and heavy plant equipment.

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Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.

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Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within the drilling industry.

Key Responsibilities

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Service, maintain and repair heavy plant, drilling rigs and associated equipment.

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Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.

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Carry out planned preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs.

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Inspect equipment and complete repair reports.

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Replace and overhaul engines, transmissions, pumps and hydraulic components.

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Carry out welding and fabrication repairs where required.

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Ensure all equipment meets company safety standards before deployment.

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Work closely with drilling crews to minimise equipment downtime.

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Maintain workshop housekeeping and comply with health and safety procedures.

Essential Requirements

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Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Heavy Plant Engineer or Plant Mechanic.

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Experience working on heavy plant, construction, quarrying, mining or drilling equipment.

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Strong hydraulic, diesel engine and mechanical fault-finding skills.

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Ability to diagnose and repair equipment independently.

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Full UK driving licence.

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Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.

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Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Experience

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Experience working on drilling rigs or mineral exploration equipment.

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Knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, JCB, Atlas Copco, Sandvik or Epiroc equipment.

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Welding or fabrication experience.

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Electrical diagnostics.

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LOLER inspection experience.

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HGV licence (advantageous but not essential).

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on Plant Fitter who enjoys solving mechanical problems and takes pride in keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently. Whether your background is construction, quarrying, mining or drilling, you'll be joining a company that values practical experience, teamwork and a positive attitude.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a long-term career with a respected contractor offering excellent training, career progression and the opportunity to work on specialist drilling equipment, we'd love to hear from you