At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy plant vehicles and equipment in a recycling facility.
- Company: Cheshire West Recycling, committed to sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and quality standards.
- Why this job: Join a vital role in recycling and make a difference in the environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with heavy machinery, electrical fault finding, and a valid UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Cheshire West Recycling is recruiting for a Heavy Plant Technician (Fitter) to take responsibility for the maintenance, inspection, diagnostics and the repair of Cheshire West Recycling plant vehicles, including: JCB material handlers, CAT loading shovels, FLTs, conveyors, screens, bailers, hydraulic systems and fixed processing plant (Materials Recovery Facility MRF).
The role will deliver planned preventative maintenance, breakdowns, statutory inspections, fault diagnosis, and reactive repairs across the recycling plant. The Heavy Plant Technician will take a proactive and preventative approach to identifying defects and emerging issues to maximise operational activities to reduce avoidable operational downtime and cost.
All work must be carried out to required technical, safety, and quality standards, and accurately recorded using approved systems.
The role will require knowledge of:
- Electrical fault finding
- Welding/fabrication
- Bearings, gearboxes and conveyors
- PLC awareness (even if not programming)
Must have a valid full UK driving licence up to HGV standard.
For a full Person Specification and details of accountabilities, please download the Job Description. To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter to:
Heavy Plant Technician (Fitter) employer: Cheshire West Recycling Limited
Cheshire West Recycling Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises health, safety, and environmental standards. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in their community through effective waste management. Working in the picturesque Cheshire West and Chester area, staff enjoy a fulfilling role that combines leadership with public engagement.
Contact Details:
Cheshire West Recycling Limited Recruitment Team
