Mobile Heavy Plant Fitter; Temporary

Position: Mobile Heavy Plant Fitter (Temporary)
Mobile Heavy Plant Fitter

Location:

Mobile role covering sites between Teesside and Scunthorpe (accommodation provided where required)
Salary: £38,000–£40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + overtime
Contract Type:
Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm (42 hours per week)

Benefits Package

Company van

Tools and all necessary specialist equipment

Company iPad and mobile phone

Accommodation (digs) provided where required

Overtime opportunities

Full support from the wider team

Please note:

Applicants must be aged 25 or over due to insurance requirements.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Mobile Heavy Plant Fitter to join our growing team. This is a field-based position covering multiple customer sites across the Teesside to Scunthorpe region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of a broad range of heavy plant machinery, ensuring equipment is maintained to the highest safety and performance standards.

This role requires a self-motivated individual who is confident working independently while remaining closely connected to the wider operational team.

Key Responsibilities

Service, maintain and repair heavy plant machinery including FLTs, MEWPs, tower lights and larger plant equipment

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with company schedules

Attend breakdowns and carry out timely, effective repairs to minimise downtime

Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults

Maintain accurate service records and documentation

Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures and health and safety regulations

Represent the company professionally when working on client sites

Requirements
Essential

Proven experience as a Heavy Plant Fitter or similar role

Strong all-round knowledge of plant machinery and equipment

Experience working on heavy dumpers, including CAT 771 and 775 models

Experience working with CAT machinery

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Full UK driving licence

Desirable

Previous experience in a mobile or field-based engineering role