Plant Fitter in Newbridge

Join Our Growing Team at Jarvie Plant! Are you an experienced Plant Fitter with a passion for heavy machinery? We’re looking for skilled Plant Engineers to join our dynamic Plant Operations Division based at our Edinburgh Depot (EH28 8LH). In this hands‑on workshop based role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining and servicing our extensive Plant Hire fleet ensuring reliability and performance across a wide range of projects.

How This Role Supports the Delivery of Hire Solutions

As a Plant Fitter, your expertise is central to keeping our fleet hire‑ready and performing at its best. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our customers receive dependable, high quality equipment that meets their needs on time, every time. By proactively identifying and resolving issues, you’ll minimise downtime, maintain service reliability, and contribute directly to the success of our hire operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on a wide range of heavy plant equipment, including excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, and generators.
• Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and maintenance, ensuring all machines are operating safely and efficiently.
• Identify potential issues early, using your mechanical knowledge to prevent downtime and reduce costly breakdowns.
• Perform hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic fault‑finding and repairs.
• Complete accurate service reports and parts records, maintaining up‑to‑date documentation for all work carried out.
• Work both independently and as part of a team, responding quickly to breakdowns and supporting colleagues across the depot.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
• Liaise with depot management and customers, providing clear updates on equipment status and repair timelines.
• Maintain high workshop and machinery standards, ensuring tools and equipment are kept in good condition.
• Represent Jarvie Plant professionally, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction and service quality.

What makes you a good fit for this role

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical engineering (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, HND).
• Strong knowledge of heavy plant systems and proven industry experience.
• Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Clear communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• A customer‑focused mindset and commitment to service excellence.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, safety‑conscious approach in a busy operational setting.

N.B. Plant Fitters are expected to supply their own basic hand tools. Jarvie Plant will provide all necessary specialist tools, PPE, and branded workwear.

Benefits

• A competitive hourly rate, with 2 hours each week paid at time and a half under a 42‑hour contract – boosting your weekly earnings.
• Monday to Friday work pattern, with additional overtime available.
• Tailored learning opportunities and a dedicated Learning & Development Programme.
• Access to our Employee Discount Scheme and a wide range of staff discounts.
• Extra holidays, with buy/sell options for added flexibility.
• Life assurance, providing peace of mind for you and your family.
• A supportive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A contributory Company Pension Scheme.
• Family‑friendly policies, supporting a healthy work–life balance.

Jarvie Plant – where people are, and always will be, our greatest asset. We’re an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.