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We are seeking a qualified Plant Fitter/Service Engineers to join our team, specialising in the repair, servicing, and maintenance of heavy construction equipment. This role primarily focuses on large machinery, including, piling rigs, and related accessories.
What You'll Be Doing
Mobile Service & Repairs:
* Travel to various sites across the UK for equipment breakdown repairs;
* Perform diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on heavy construction equipment, including piling rigs and crawler cranes
Maintenance & Inspections:
* Conduct routine maintenance to ensure equipment complies with Tier 4 / Stage V standards.
* Inspect equipment for defects and carry out necessary repairs or replacements.
* Participate in major repairs and rebuilds of machinery.
Component Repairs:
* Dismantle faulty components, repair or replace them as needed, and reassemble.
* Test equipment post-repair to ensure functionality meets quality standards.
Reporting & Communication:
* Complete detailed electronic work reports, including inspections, repairs, and services.
* Provide clear explanations of faults and repair processes to managers and colleagues.
Worksite & Vehicle Management:
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas and company vehicles.
* Conduct daily vehicle defect inspections.
Health & Safety Responsibilities:
* Adhere strictly to Health and Safety regulations, risk assessments, and company safety protocols.
* Ensure all tasks are carried out in a safe and compliant manner.
Who we're looking for (person specification)
* Proven experience in maintaining and repairing large construction equipment (Heavy Plant).
* Familiarity with, piling rigs, and heavy-duty accessories is highly desirable.
* Strong diagnostic and repair abilities.
* Proficiency in maintaining electronic reports.
* Willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays when necessary.
Other Requirements:
* Eligible to work and live in the UK.
* Flexibility to travel in the UK.
* A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK.
* Medical clearance
What you’ll get in return:
* Competitive salary depending on experience.
* Hours of work are typically 7:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday with paid breaks, however flexibility is required.
* 22 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
* Permanent position
* Benefits include: access to company pension; healthcare cash plan with family option; all ppe provided; mobile phone; company branded van
* Onsite training centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.
About Us
Over the past 40 years, Van Elle has grown to become the UK’s largest independent ground engineering contractor in the UK. Van Elle’s unrivalled range of engineering techniques and design services enables our expert engineering teams to develop technically excellent and cost-effective solutions across a wide number of sectors, from housing, construction to rail.
Employing over 700 people, with a turnover of over £90 million, we have plans to grow and build on our reputation for delivering high quality foundation and ground engineering solutions. Van Elle values diversity and celebrates individual differences, believing that our inclusive family centric culture helps our business continue to grow as a dynamic and innovative organisation.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this type of role. The list is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this type of role.
Seniority level
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Entry level
Employment type
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Full-time
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Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Construction
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