Job Description
Plant MechanicLocation: NorthamptonSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annumContracted Hours: 50 hours per weekWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 17:00Job Type: Full-time, PermanentA highly reputable and long-established client in the plant and surfacing industry is currently seeking an experienced Plant Mechanic to join their operations team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified engineer looking to work with a wide variety of modern equipment and enjoy a mix of workshop and field-based responsibilities.About the Role:This position involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing a fleet of heavy and small plant machinery used in the road surfacing sector. The successful candidate will be expected to respond to on-site breakdowns as well as conduct preventative maintenance at the depot.Key Responsibilities:
* Diagnose and repair faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
* Carry out scheduled servicing and inspections
* Attend on-site breakdowns as part of a 1-in-4 on-call rota (Saturday to Saturday)
* Complete all job documentation and service records accurately
* Adhere to health & safety standards across all working environments
* Maintain plant reliability to minimise operational downtime
Machinery Covered:
* Surfacing equipment
* Pavers
* Planers
* Rollers
* Street Masters
* Small handheld plant such as saws and whacker plates
Brands Include: Wirtgen, JCB, Bomag, AmmannCandidate Requirements:
* NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or related discipline (Level 2 considered if time-served)
* Proven experience in a similar role (minimum 5 years preferred)
* Full UK driving licence
* CSCS card
* Ability to work independently and in a team
* Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
On-Call & Overtime Details:
* On-call rota: 1 in 4 weeks (Saturday to Saturday)
* Standby fee: £325 per on-call week
* Overtime available regularly
o Time and a half: 17:00 – 00:00
o Double time: 00:00 – 06:00
o Minimum 4 hours paid for on-call callouts
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Employee discount scheme
* Free and on-site parking
* Company van, fuel card, and phone for field work
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Friendly and supportive team culture
Please apply today to discuss further!