Heavy Plant Inspector
Location: Essex
Salary: Up to £55,000, dependent on experience
NEOS Engineering is working with a specialist team supporting the Lower Thames Crossing project in Essex and is looking for an experienced Heavy Plant Inspector to help keep a large fleet of earthmoving equipment safe, compliant and productive.
This is an opportunity to play a key role on one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects, carrying out inspections and supporting plant availability across a busy site.
The Role
- Carry out routine and pre-use inspections on heavy plant and earthmoving equipment.
- Identify defects, record findings and report issues to the workshop and site teams.
- Ensure plant is maintained in line with statutory requirements, LOLER and PUWER.
- Complete inspection paperwork, checklists and records accurately and on time.
- Support the planned maintenance programme and help minimise plant downtime.
- Work closely with operators, fitters and site management to keep equipment safe and operational.
The Candidate
We’re looking for a hands-on Plant Inspector with a solid heavy plant background and a practical, safety-first approach.
You’ll ideally have:
- Experience inspecting and maintaining heavy plant such as excavators, dumpers, dozers and loading shovels.
- A good understanding of plant defects, safety systems and inspection standards.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
- Good communication skills and the confidence to challenge unsafe equipment.
Relevant qualifications:
- CPCS or NPORS plant competency card.
- Recognised engineering qualification, such as an NVQ or apprenticeship in Heavy Plant or Mechanical Engineering.
- LEEA qualifications, such as the LEEA Foundation or Diploma in Lifting Equipment Inspection, could also be suitable.
- Experience of LOLER and PUWER inspections would be beneficial.
- SSSTS, SMSTS or a similar site safety qualification would be advantageous.
- IOSH or NEBOSH would also be beneficial.
Previous experience on large civils or infrastructure projects would be particularly useful.
The Opportunity
- Work on a nationally significant infrastructure project in Essex.
- Take a key role in keeping a large plant fleet safe and compliant.
- Join an experienced team in a fast-paced civils environment.
- Salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience.
If you’re an experienced Heavy Plant Inspector looking for your next opportunity in Essex, we’d be keen to hear from you.
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Heavy Plant Inspector in Basildon employer: NEOS Recruitment
NEOS Engineering is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Aylesbury where you can thrive as a Sub Agent on the prestigious HS2 project. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and life cover, we foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that our team members are well-supported and empowered to excel in their roles.
