Join a well-established plant and tool hire company as a Mobile & Workshop Plant Fitter. Work with a varied fleet of construction equipment, enjoy a supportive team environment, and build a long-term career in plant maintenance and repair.

Mobile & Workshop Plant Fitter
Chandlers Ford, Hampshire (with interest also welcomed for the Poole Branch)

Full-time, Monday – Friday (7am – 5pm)
Permanent position
£38,000 - £45,000 per annum

Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a well-established, family-run plant and tool hire company operating from two locations across the South Coast. With more than four decades of experience in the plant hire and construction equipment industry, they have built a strong reputation for providing reliable equipment and exceptional customer service.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Mobile & Workshop Plant Fitter to join their team in Chandlers Ford. This hands-on role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of plant hire and construction machinery, ensuring all equipment is safe, reliable and ready for hire.

Key Responsibilities

Service, maintain and repair a fleet of plant hire equipment
Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
Repair and maintain excavators (800kg – 14 tonne), dumpers, telehandlers and rollers
Carry out preventative maintenance and routine servicing
Complete service records and inspection certificates accurately
Ensure all equipment meets safety and compliance standards for hire
Undertake welding and fabrication work when required
Attend breakdowns and carry out mobile plant repairs when necessary
Maintain high workshop safety and housekeeping standards
Work collaboratively with the wider workshop and hire team

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a skilled Plant Fitter, Plant Mechanic or Construction Equipment Engineer with previous experience working on plant machinery or heavy equipment. You will have strong diagnostic skills and the ability to carry out repairs safely and efficiently. About you:

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems
Previous experience working with plant machinery or construction equipment
Ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently
High standard of welding and fabrication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Experience in maintaining plant hire or heavy machinery
Good attention to detail and safety awareness
Full UK driving licence is essential

Benefits:

Competitive salary depending on experience
Company van provided for mobile work
Full-time, permanent role
Monday to Friday working hours
Friendly and supportive team environment

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Plant Fitter, Plant Mechanic, Plant Maintenance Engineer, Heavy Plant Engineer, Construction Equipment Technician, Mobile Plant Engineer, Field Service Engineer (Plant), Workshop Plant Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, Machinery Maintenance Technician.