Job Description
Plant Mechanic & Trainee Plant Technician Opportunities – Beccles Depot
Location: Beccles
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and work with some of the toughest machines in the business?
A1 Personnel is on the lookout for skilled Plant Mechanics and motivated Trainee Plant Technicians to join our client’s busy and fast-growing depot in Beccles. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out in your mechanical career, we want to hear from you.
What’s the Role?
As a Plant Mechanic, you’ll work both in our fully-equipped depot and out in the field, maintaining and repairing a wide range of heavy plant equipment.
As a Trainee Plant Technician, you’ll receive hands-on training and mentoring from experienced engineers while learning how to service and maintain industry-standard machinery.
Equipment You'll Work On:
Excavators
Loaders
Dump Trucks
Cranes
Telehandlers
Conveyors
4 Tonne Crushers
Your Day-to-Day Will Include:
* Servicing and repairing a variety of plant machinery
* Pre-delivery inspections to ensure high performance standards
* Diagnosing faults and carrying out maintenance with minimal supervision
* Supporting the Depot Manager and Rental Team to meet daily demands
* Completing job cards, paperwork, and timesheets accurately
* Attending occasional on-site breakdowns (for experienced mechanics)
* Learning from senior technicians and developing hands-on skills (for trainees)
What We’re Looking For:
For Experienced Plant Mechanics:
* Proven background in heavy plant maintenance or a related trade
* Strong mechanical knowledge across multiple plant types
* Reliable, safety-conscious, and self-motivated
* Full set of your own tools
* Full UK driving licence preferred
* Must have own Tools
For Trainee Technicians:
* A genuine interest in mechanics and engineering
* Willingness to learn, ask questions, and get stuck in
* Good problem-solving mindset
* Basic mechanical skills are a plus but not essential
* Punctual, team-oriented, and keen to build a long-term career
Why Join Us?
* You’ll be joining a nationwide leader in plant hire, serving some of the biggest names in UK construction. We offer:
* A varied and dynamic work environment
* Full support and on-the-job training for trainees
* Long-term career growth opportunities
* A team-first culture where your input matters
* Ready to kickstart your career or take it to the next level?
Whether you’re an experienced Plant Mechanic or an aspiring Trainee Plant Technician, apply now and become part of a team that keeps the UK’s biggest projects moving.
Apply today – Let’s get to work!