At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and shape our in-house maintenance team for mobile plant operations.
- Company: Join Burlington Aggregates Ltd, part of the Holker Group, in South Cumbria.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company van, and 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Free access to Holker Hall and Gardens, discounts, and ongoing training support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact locally while enjoying regular hours and training opportunities.
- Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ Diploma and 5 years' experience in mobile plant engineering required.
About Us
Burlington Aggregates Ltd, part of the wider Holker Group, operates a broad portfolio of sites across South Cumbria — including crushers, screeners, wash plant, batching plant, excavators, loading shovels, dumpers and telehandlers.
The Role
We're building our own in-house maintenance team, and we're looking for a Lead Mobile Plant Engineer to help shape it. This is a great opportunity for an experienced mobile plant engineer who wants to work locally to our sites, keep regular hours, and take on a role with real influence. Training opportunities are available for the right candidate.
Requirements
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance (essential)
- 5 years' experience in a similar role
- Own hand tools (essential)
- Comfortable working alone or as part of a team
- Good understanding of written policies, LOTOTO, risk assessments, SOPs and method statements
- Able to conduct and carry out own risk assessments
- Willing to take ownership of the department, including organising parts (training provided)
- Abrasive wheels, welding or hot works qualification (an advantage)
- Understanding of hydraulic, electric and pneumatic systems
- High standards of honesty and integrity
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company van
- 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
- Holker Card: free tickets for you and a guest into the Holker Hall and Gardens all year round, discount in the Courtyard Cafe and giftshop, free ticket for you and a guest to Cartmel race days, discounted Burlington products and referral bonus at the caravan parks
- Company-funded training and equipment
- Ongoing training and support
Send your CV to or apply on Indeed. We look forward to hearing from you!
Pay: £18.00-£20.00 per hour
Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Lead Plant Engineer employer: Burlington Aggregates Ltd
Burlington Aggregates Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on building an in-house maintenance team, this role provides the opportunity to work locally with regular hours while enjoying unique benefits such as free access to Holker Hall and Gardens, company-funded training, and a collaborative environment that values integrity and ownership.
