As one of the largest construction and waste management companies in the South West, Smiths has generations of experience – built on a reputation of trust, excellence and commitment.
Specialising in demolition, construction and asbestos removal; transport and plant hire; skip and commercial waste management.
Who are we?
Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South‑West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.
Overview
You will be responsible for overseeing and carrying out advanced technical maintenance, repair, and service work on plant equipment & machinery within the workshop. The role ensures that all work is performed efficiently, safely, and to high quality standards.
Based from: Stonehouse, GL10 3AQ
Hours: 47.5 hours per week
Responsibilities for the job role
* Service, repair, and maintain a wide variety of construction machinery and plant equipment.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
* Perform preventative maintenance to ensure machinery reliability and safety.
* Lead and mentor junior technicians and apprentices.
* Ensure all plant is compliant with health, safety, and legal requirements.
* Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
* Support the Workshop Planner with planning maintenance schedules and equipment readiness.
* Support and supervise Workshop team.
* Follow company health and safety procedures at all times.
What can we offer you?
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Free on-site Parking
* Corporate gym membership discount
* Annual Salary Review
* Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)
* Overtime offered at an enhanced rate
* Boot allowance
* Paid breaks
* Progression opportunities
* 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support
What are our core values?
If these values align with yours you are in the right place!
* Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.
* Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.
* Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.
* Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.
* Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.
Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.
J-18808-Ljbffr