At a Glance
- Tasks: Repair and maintain cutting-edge heavy plant machinery in a dynamic workshop environment.
- Company: Join a leading mobile plant supplier with a modern fleet and supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rates, overtime pay, ongoing training, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for hybrid workshop/field service roles in the future.
- Why this job: Work on premium equipment and develop your skills in a stable, rewarding role.
- Qualifications: 5 years' experience and relevant engineering qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 20.41 - 20.41 £ per hour.
Our client is one of the UK's leading mobile plant suppliers within the minerals and aggregates sector, operating one of Europe's newest and most technologically advanced heavy plant fleets. Due to continued growth, they are seeking experienced Workshop Fitters / Heavy Plant Engineers to join their workshop team in Caldicot, South Wales. This is an excellent opportunity to work on premium equipment from leading manufacturers including Volvo, Caterpillar and Komatsu, with genuine opportunities for training and career progression.
Role Overview
- Repair and maintain heavy quarrying and construction plant machinery.
- Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
- Carry out inspections and machine preparation for hire and sales activities.
- Complete major component repairs including engines, transmissions, axles and hydraulic systems.
- Fit attachments, buckets, reversing cameras and radar systems.
- Accurately complete maintenance records and workshop documentation.
- Identify additional repair requirements and report findings to management.
- Work in line with company Health & Safety and environmental procedures.
- Collaborate effectively within a skilled workshop team while also working independently when required.
Requirements
- 5 years' post-apprenticeship experience maintaining heavy construction, quarrying or mining equipment.
- NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification in Plant, HGV, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering (time-served engineers also considered).
- Strong knowledge of hydraulics, drivetrains, electrical systems and modern Tier 4 / Tier 5 engines.
- Experience diagnosing faults using OEM diagnostic software and laptops is highly desirable.
- Experience working on excavators, articulated dump trucks, wheel loaders, bulldozers or similar heavy plant machinery.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures within a workshop environment.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Grade 1 Engineers
- Grade 1 Engineers will have advanced diagnostic capabilities and be confident using OEM software and laptops to fault-find and repair heavy quarrying and mining equipment with minimal supervision.
Salary & Benefits
- Grade 1: £20.41 per hour
- Grade 2: £18.19 per hour
- 40 hour week (7:00am-4:00pm)
- Overtime available and paid at enhanced rates.
- Ongoing technical and manufacturer training.
- Clear opportunities for career progression.
- Stable workshop-based position.
- Potential future hybrid workshop/field service opportunities.
- Work on one of the UK's most modern heavy plant fleets.
- Supportive and experienced engineering team.
Locations
Heavy Plant Engineer in Caldicot, Wales employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Join a leading mobile plant supplier in the minerals and aggregates sector, where you will work with one of Europe's most advanced heavy plant fleets in Caldicot, South Wales. Enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through ongoing technical training and clear career progression opportunities, all while collaborating with a skilled team on premium equipment from top manufacturers. With competitive pay, overtime options, and a stable workshop environment, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path for Heavy Plant Engineers.
Contact Details:
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Recruitment Team
