At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform routine servicing and maintenance on diverse plant machinery in a hands-on workshop.
- Company: Join a leading engineering contractor known for innovative solutions in civil and geotechnical projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, specialist training, life assurance, pension, and holiday purchase scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic workshop environment with opportunities for hands-on field experience and career growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with expert training and clear pathways to advance as a Senior Fitter.
- Qualifications: Practical mechanical experience or recent apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline preferred.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Junior Plant Fitter / Maintenance Technician (Construction Equipment) Chesterfield £28,000 – £35,000 basic + Specialist Training & Development + Clear Pathway to Senior Fitter + Van & Tools Provided + Life Assurance + Pension + Holiday Purchase Scheme + Other Benefits
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Junior Plant Fitter / Maintenance Technician based within a commutable distance to Chesterfield. This is a permanent, full-time position primarily based at the depot, working closely alongside the workshop team and senior fitters.
Are you a mechanical technician, automotive mechanic, HGV fitter, or recent apprentice looking to kickstart a long-term career with a leading specialist engineering business? Are you looking to broaden your mechanical skill set, stepping into a role where you will receive fully funded, specialist hydraulics training, and support towards further qualifications, with the opportunity to progress?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful contractor working on specialist geotechnical and structural projects nationwide. You will work across a diverse fleet of plant machinery, engines, and specialist equipment in a supportive, hands-on workshop environment.
The Company: We are working with a leading specialist engineering contractor, providing innovative solutions on technically challenging civil, geotechnical, and structural projects across the UK.
The Role: You will focus on routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and basic repair of workshop equipment. Day to day you will:
- Carry out routine servicing, basic mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance on workshop plant.
- Work across a broad mix of machinery, including small engines, compressors, track dumpers, excavators, hydraulic drills, and winches.
- Assist senior fitters with basic fault diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
- Accompany senior fitters on occasional site visits to gain hands-on field experience.
- Record service and maintenance activity accurately.
The Individual: Practical mechanical experience (e.g., Automotive Mechanics, HGV Technicians, Agricultural Machinery, Plant, Quarry, or Factory Maintenance backgrounds). A recently completed NVQ Level 1/2 or apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline is desirable but not essential. A valid UK Driving Licence.
The Benefits: Fully funded, specialist hydraulics training, life assurance (work and leisure), and company pension scheme, 24/7 Virtual GP access, mental health support, and healthcare cash plan, holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days/year) & enhanced maternity pay, cycle-to-work scheme, retail discounts, and free on-site parking.
Does this sound like your next move?
Junior Plant Fitter (Construction Equipment) in Chesterfield employer: Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd
Join a world-class defence organisation in Bolton, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to precision and excellence in microelectronics. We offer flexible shifts, competitive overtime rates, and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training opportunities like IPC 610. With a focus on innovation and quality, this role provides a meaningful chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a high-precision environment.
Contact Details:
Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd Recruitment Team
