Plant Mechanic role near Orpington with leading hire company, £45,000-£50,000 basic, up to £70,000 with overtime, no weekends, progression available.
Join a well-established and growing plant hire business with a strong reputation across the UK for maintaining a high-quality fleet and investing in its people. This company offers long-term stability, a modern workshop environment, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
Key Benefits of the Plant Mechanic:
* £45,000 - £50,000 basic salary with realistic earnings up to £70,000 with overtime
* Overtime paid at time and a half
* Monday to Friday working hours (7am-5pm) – no weekend rota
* 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Clear progression into a mobile Plant Mechanic role
* Modern, well-maintained workshop and equipment
* Long-term job security with a growing business
About the Role (Key Responsibilities)
As a Plant Mechanic based near Orpington, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of plant equipment in a busy, professional workshop.
Your duties will include:
* Servicing and repairing diggers, dumpers, rollers, and telehandlers
* Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
* Carrying out planned maintenance and safety inspections
* Preparing equipment for hire to ensure reliability and compliance
* Working closely with the team to maintain high workshop standards
This Plant Mechanic role offers a consistent workload, structured days, and the opportunity to develop your skills further.
About You (Skills & Experience)
To be successful as a Plant Mechanic, you may have:
* Experience working on plant equipment such as excavators, dumpers, rollers, or telehandlers
* Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills
* Previous experience as a Plant Mechanic or similar
* A proactive, reliable, and team-focused approach
* Commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship
This Plant Mechanic opportunity is ideal for someone looking for stability, strong earnings, and progression into a mobile position.
To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a:
Plant Fitter, Plant Engineer, Plant Mechanic, Workshop Engineer, Construction Equipment Engineer, Heavy Plant Mechanic, Service Engineer, Plant Technician, Workshop Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mobile Plant Engineer
Next Steps (Call to Action)
Apply now for this Plant Mechanic role or contact Georgina for more information on (phone number removed) or (url removed)