About Ebsford…
Ebsford are an environmental contractor who specialise in restoring and improving the natural landscape. Our operations teams work throughout the UK delivering amazing projects in some stunning locations as well as some challenging conditions.
We are proud to be creating new habitats, improving aquatic environments as well as invasive plant management, biodiversity and blue green infrastructure that protect wildlife and enhance public spaces that our communities rely on.
Established in 2011 we have expanded our teams with the best talent who are dedicated to bringing our projects to life.
Could you be the person we are looking for?
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to play your part in our desire to enhance, restore and replenish our natural habitats by delivering professional, cost effective and eco-friendly project solutions on a national basis.
We are looking for an agile and flexible fitter who can maintain, repair, inspect, and manage company plant and equipment, ensuring maximum operational availability, safety, legal compliance, and efficient support of business operations.
What we need from you…
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing schedules for company plant and equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults on construction and marine plant.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and undertake repairs either in the workshop or on-site.
- Maintain generators, excavators, trailers, small plant and associated equipment.
- Inspect, service and maintain portable power tools and lifting accessories.
- Complete pre-use inspections, safety checks and pre-delivery inspections for equipment.
- Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports and maintenance logs.
- Manage workshop consumables, lubricants and spare parts inventory.
- Maintain the plant and equipment stores, ensuring stock control and efficient ordering of parts and consumables.
- Ensure COSHH substances are correctly stored and managed, including spill prevention and environmental compliance.
- Assist with fabrication, welding repairs and modifications to plant and equipment where required.
- Liaise with suppliers and external service providers when specialist repairs or parts are required.
- Ensure all equipment complies with PUWER, LOLER and relevant health and safety legislation.
- Support operational teams with equipment selection, mobilisation and technical advice.
- Recommend improvement actions to the Director of Operations that will benefit the global operations department.
It is essential that you have…
- 2 years previous relevant experience
- NVQ Level 3 in Construction Plant or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent
- PUWER Inspection or Assessor qualification.
- CSCS
- Driving Licence
It would be desirable if you have...
- First Aid at Work
- Forklift training
- First Aid qualification
- Welding/Fabrication experience
- Store / Workshop management
What we will offer you…
This is a full-time, permanent position with 28 days annual leave, pro rata (inc. Bank Holidays). A contributory pension scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, cashback on medical expenses, access to the Government's Bike2Work Scheme, additional annual leave for longevity of service and a holiday purchase scheme.
Although this role is based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, on occassion you will be required to travel nationally to our operational sites to undertake repairs and maintenance at short notice. To support this a pool vehicle will be made available.
Through our bespoke Learning and Development Charter you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career as you gain more experience, utilising our in-house and external training opportunities.
Our Values
Everything we do is underpinned by:
- Respect — for people, places and the environment
- Enthusiasm — proactive, positive and committed
- Flexibility — adaptable, collaborative and forward-thinking
If you share our vision and think you have what we are looking for, we would really love to hear from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient, suitable applications have been received. All applications will be assessed on a regular basis.
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful applicants will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
Ebsford is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
