At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, service, and repair our fleet of plant equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Company: Join Acorn Event Structures, a leader in temporary structures for major events.
- Benefits: Earn £18.00+ per hour, with overtime and pension options available.
- Other info: Flexible outdoor work in all weather, with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting events while working on diverse machinery in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical maintenance and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Salary: £18.00+ per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Full time, Permanent. Additional overtime and Saturday working opportunities are available during the busy summer season.
Acorn Event Structures is one of the UK's leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging solutions for the events industry. We deliver infrastructure for major festivals, concerts, tours, and events throughout the UK and Europe.
We are currently seeking a Plant & Fleet Mechanic to join our team at our headquarters in Sherburn-in-Elmet. This is a hands-on role responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of our fleet of plant equipment and commercial vehicles, helping to ensure they remain safe, compliant, and operational throughout our busy events season.
Our fleet includes forklifts, Moffett trucks, reach trucks, roto telehandlers, trailers, commercial vehicles, and various items of small plant equipment. This position would suit an experienced plant, forklift, HGV, agricultural, or vehicle mechanic looking for a varied role within a fast-paced business.
As Plant & Fleet Mechanic, you will be responsible for:
- Carrying out planned maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis, and repairs across the company's fleet and plant equipment.
- Carrying out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on company plant and fleet vehicles.
- Completing daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and safety checks.
- Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational faults.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records, service schedules, and inspection documentation.
- Preparing equipment for LOLER inspections, servicing, and external audits where required.
- Supporting vehicle and plant compliance requirements.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in plant, forklift, agricultural, HGV, commercial vehicle, or automotive maintenance.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Experience working on forklifts, Moffett trucks, telehandlers, or other materials-handling equipment.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Relevant mechanical or engineering qualifications.
- Forklift operator licence.
- HGV licence.
- Experience with LOLER or PUWER inspection requirements.
- Additional language skills.
Benefits:
- Overtime opportunities during peak season.
- Company pension.
- On-site parking.
- Work on a diverse range of specialist plant and fleet equipment.
- Opportunity to be part of a company supporting some of the UK's largest events and festivals.
Plant & Fleet Mechanic in Bradford employer: Acorn Event Structures Ltd
Acorn Event Structures is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Sherburn-in-Elmet headquarters, where you can contribute to some of the UK's most exciting events and festivals. With competitive pay, opportunities for overtime during peak seasons, and a strong focus on employee growth through hands-on experience with a diverse fleet of equipment, we foster a supportive culture that values your skills and development. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises safety, compliance, and innovation in the events industry.
Contact Details:
Acorn Event Structures Ltd Recruitment Team
