At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy plant machinery while travelling to client sites.
- Company: Join a leading national plant hire firm with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, training opportunities, and quarterly bonuses.
- Other info: Full-time position with excellent career development and support.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and certifications in a dynamic engineering role.
- Qualifications: Experience with construction plant machinery and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Grays, Essex
Salary: £55,000-£65,000
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 07.00 – 18:00, Friday 07.00 – 16:00
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
About the Client: Interaction Technical has partnered with a well-established national plant hire firm to support their team expansion. Our client is looking to onboard an engineer with heavy plant experience. They offer a comprehensive training scheme with the opportunity to go into a field role in the future.
The Package:
- 20 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
- Full training and ongoing development
- Opportunity to gain various certifications (LOLER, CSCS etc)
- Company van + fuel card
- Quarterly bonuses
- Christmas shut down and bonuses
The Requirements:
- Previous experience working on construction plant machinery (excavators, dozers, wheel loaders etc.)
- Previous experience working with hydraulics, alongside mechanical and electrical capabilities (essential)
- Previous direct manufacturer experience or training
- Electrical and Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience
- Capability to work on your own and manage your own workload efficiently
- Relevant qualifications, NVQ or City and Guilds in Construction Plant Maintenance or Land Based Engineering
- Full UK drivers' licence
The Responsibilities:
- Travel to client sites to perform maintenance and repair of plant machinery and equipment.
- Diagnose complex technical issues and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their specific requirements and provide expert recommendations.
- Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Offer training and support to clients' staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices.
- Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting.
- Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance.
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