Job Description
AR794 - Plant FitterLocation: KetteringSalary: £32,000 - £39,000 + Overtime + VanOverview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Plant Fitter on behalf of one of our clients.The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.Duties and Responsibilities:
* Support the Workshop manager in identifying plant issues.
* Work proactively as part of a busy workshop team both in the workshop and on our construction sites.
* Ensuring that safe practices are demonstrated on site whilst conducting your work.
* Where necessary brief the operators on the issues which are causing damage or wear to plant and equipment.
* Promote safe practices in operation and repair of equipment within the business.
* Demonstrate a personal commitment to rigorously enforcing appropriate standards of Health and Safety for yourself and others at all times.
* Ensure all processes are followed and compiled with.
* Provide effective solutions for plant problems.
* Participate in the development of plant maintenance processes which suit our business requirements.
* Converse efficiently with plant operators and site management teams in a professional manner to ensure the efficient process of maintaining fleet.
* Carry out in-house training when required
* Carry out local risk assessment & method statements.
* Communicate with managers to organise the repair of machinery to minimise downtime and disruption to site operations.
* Investigate repairs and provide an effective solution.
* Any other duties as requested by the Plant Workshop Manager.
* Own and demonstrate proper use of tools, diagnostic equipment in accordance with PUWER regulations.
* In-house fabrications and repair for bespoke items and upkeep of construction plant and equipment.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Excellent knowledge of plant & machinery.
* Ability to use cutting equipment & welding.
* Be able to work on your own initiative.
* Must have good communication skills.
* Level 3 or equivalent in Plant/Vehicle Maintenance.
* Use of in-house software.
Location: Kettering Salary: £32,000 - £39,000 + Overtime + Van