Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Fitter to join our team, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to take on a leadership role, overseeing the efficient operation of our workshop and yard. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the availability and maintenance of plant machinery across multiple sites while upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborating with the Plant Manager to schedule, coordinate, and supervise the daily workload of fitters and yard personnel.
* Providing day‑to‑day support and guidance to fitters.
* Managing stock levels for parts and liaising with suppliers as required.
* Overseeing workshop repairs on all plant machinery, including road‑going vehicles (trucks and vans), dumpers, and excavators, ensuring timely and safe delivery.
* Coordinating the delivery and collection of machinery and plant.
* Maintaining accurate records of all servicing and repairs.
* Implementing a system to inspect off‑hired machinery and identify damages chargeable to customers/users.
* Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and maintaining a high level of safe working practices.
* Completing lifting inspections and signing off on certifications.
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