Heavy Plant / Plant Machinery Engineer
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An experienced Heavy Plant / Plant Machinery Engineer is sought for a role with a reputable main dealer that values expertise and supports ongoing development.
The company is a well-established, family-owned business with a long history of supporting the construction industry. Known for its commitment to quality, strong customer relationships, and investment in its people, it supplies and supports a range of premium construction machinery, with a strong focus on excavators, alongside full aftersales service.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out routine servicing and scheduled maintenance on construction plant machinery, & varying sizes of excavators
* Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
* Attend breakdowns and complete on-site repairs efficiently on excavators and similar plant
* Perform pre-delivery inspections and support warranty work
* Manage workload and schedule effectively
* Represent the business professionally while working both on-site and in the workshop
Skills & Experience
* Experience working on construction plant machinery, ideally excavators (e.g. 360 excavators, tracked or wheeled), or similar equipment such as construction machinery, construction plant, agricultural machinery, forklifts, or lifting equipment
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability across hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
* Customer-focused with confident communication skills
* Comfortable working in both workshop and field-based environments
Qualifications
* Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
* Good working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
* Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
* £20 xxuwjjq per hour (OTE £47,000+), with annual salary reviews
* Additional overtime (paid at time and a half) available earlier and later for those who wish to increase earnings
* Clear progression routes within a growing group business
* Full manufacturer training
* Company vehicle and fuel card
* 23.5 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Company pension scheme with up to 12.5% combined contributions
* Optional salary sacrifice pension scheme
* Life assurance (up to 5x salary)
* Access to company share scheme
* Staff discounts on tools, parts, and equipment