Mobile Plant Fitter
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mobile Plant Fitter to join our team, responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of a varied fleet of plant and specialist equipment. This is a field-based role requiring regular travel to client sites to carry out both scheduled and reactive maintenance activities.
Working independently from home, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the equipment operates efficiently, safely, and reliably. You’ll also be a key point of contact for customers, providing technical support and maintaining accurate service records.
Key Responsibilities
Service & Maintenance
Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on mechanical and non-mechanical plant equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and internal procedures.
Accurately record hours worked, parts used, and update service records in the system.
Raise job sheets and ensure service certificates are properly filed and accessible.
Manage parts requisition through the internal ordering system, including identifying stock shortfalls and submitting purchase requests.
Capture and report equipment damage with supporting photographic evidence for potential recharge.
Proactively identify equipment for disposal and escalate recommendations to management.
Maintain and organise vehicle stock, including tools, spares, and consumables.On-Site Support
Liaise with customers to update on job progress, downtime, and any potential delays.
Complete both scheduled and unscheduled onsite service jobs, ensuring all relevant documentation is recorded accurately.
Deliver a high level of customer service with a solutions-oriented approach.Commercial & Stock Control
Ensure stock movements are accurately recorded to maintain inventory levels.
Highlight stock discrepancies or order delays to prevent service interruptions.
Assist with annual stock checks and contribute to the accuracy of stock records.Quality & Continuous Improvement
Adhere to all quality control processes and suggest improvements where applicable.
Work collaboratively with team leaders and other departments to streamline operations.
Maintain high levels of communication and support across the wider operations team.Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)
Follow all health and safety protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE and complying with site-specific requirements.
Complete tasks as per risk assessments and report any potential non-compliance issues.
Submit positive interventions and report incidents using established procedures.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in all work environments, including vehicle upkeep.Performance Indicators
Timely completion and accuracy of job sheets.
Service, maintenance, and repair efficiency.
Workshop and vehicle presentation standards.
Equipment uptime and utilisation rates.Key Internal Relationships
Operations Managers
Workshop Team Leaders
Depot Yard Staff
Internal Procurement Team
Fellow FittersCandidate Profile
Essential
Previous experience in a Plant Fitter/Plant Engineer role.
Basic IT proficiency (job logging and stock systems).
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and a team player.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Full UK Driving Licence.Desirable
NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Plant Maintenance.
In-date CSCS card.
Valid forklift licence.What’s On Offer
Competitive salary.
Company vehicle (dependent on position).
Company pension scheme.
Life assurance and private medical insurance.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and loyalty days.
Flexible working options.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Volunteering opportunities (8 hours per year).
Access to structured training and professional development.
Leadership and coaching programmes.
Annual salary reviews.
Recognition and long-service awards