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Mechanic fitter

Kirkcaldy
Driver Hire
Mechanic
Posted: 9h ago
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Job Description

MECHANIC FITTER WANTED

dh Recruitment & Driver Hire Fife are currently looking for a mechanic fitter to join one of our clients based in Kirkcaldy.

Salary ranges between £36,000 – £40,000 per year depending on experience.

Working full time Monday to Friday every week, for the right candidate this could potentially become a permanent job.

Job Purpose

To carry out maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs across a broad range of vehicles and plant—including HGVs, Hi-Ab lorries, cars, vans, mechanical excavators, and construction site plant. Your work ensures all equipment is safe, compliant, and fully operational at all times.

Key Responsibilities

· Service and repair:

· HGVs & Hi-Ab Lorries

· Cars & Vans

· Site Plant (Dumpers, Rollers, Excavators, Small Tools)

· Diagnose & fix mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults.

· Carry out preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime.

· Complete statutory checks (e.g., PUWER, MOT prep).

· Log all completed work, parts used, and defects found with accuracy.

· Respond promptly to breakdowns and conduct on-site repairs when needed.

· Work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

· Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental regulations.

Essential Skills & Experience

· Hands-on experience with:

· HGVs & Hi-Ab Lorries

· Cars, Vans, Excavators, and Site Plant

· Strong mechanical skills – diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions, electrics

· Confident using diagnostic tools & interpreting technical information

· Solid understanding of workshop/site Health & Safety standards

· Good organisational and problem-solving abilities

Desirable Skills

· Welding & Fabrication

· Electrical fault-finding

· MOT prep and statutory inspections

· Experience using fleet maintenance software or inspection apps

Qualifications

· NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / Equivalent in:

· HGV Maintenance

· Plant Maintenance

· Mechanical Engineering

· Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

· HGV Licence (Desirable)

· Hi-Ab Operator Qualification (Desirable)

Personal Attributes

· Reliable and self-motivated

· Safety-focused with attention to detail

· Flexible, including availability for overtime/emergency call-outs

· Positive, proactive, and a great team player

If you are interested and this sounds like the job for you hen get in touch by calling 01592 770037!

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