About the Role:
Salary £46k + lodging + company vehicle
This vital role ensures that all plant and equipment meet our high standards of safety, compliance, and operational readiness. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will play a key role in upholding our mission and values, which you can explore here.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) on earthworks plant, 4x4s, minibuses, and other site vehicles.
* Record machine hours, damage, tyre wear, and apply plant ID stickers.
* Check and maintain safety equipment (e.g., cameras, alarms, lights).
* Inspect and replenish fluids, grease pots, and perform basic greasing.
* Monitor tyre conditions, undercarriage wear, and Ground Engaging Tools (GET).
* Assist with diagnostics and report issues to the Plant Desk.
* Produce risk assessments and safe systems of work.
* Manage stock control of fluids and maintain COSHH-compliant storage.
* Support OEM staff with basic repairs and machine location.
* Replace GET and cutting edges.
* Issue Maintenance Permits to Work as required.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* CSCS Green Card
* Full UK Driving Licence
* NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance
* CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
* Experience with heavy plant maintenance
* Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
* Basic computer literacy
* Ability to write risk assessments and follow safe systems of work
Desirable:
* CPCS A68 Plant Mover Card
* Welding experience or qualification
* Familiarity with Tier 1 OEM equipment (e.g., Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu)