Mobile Plant Mechanic - #2193180

My client, a leading plant repair and sales company located in Leeds, is seeking an experienced plant fitter/welder to join their team. The company repairs and sells heavy plant machinery such as FLTs, Cranes, Grabs, Loading shovels (and attachments) and Shredders. Located within their Leeds workshop, the plant fitter/welder will work on a variety of different machinery to complete regular and complex repairs alongside general welding tasks.

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in the plant machinery repair industry and have knowledge of all major plant brands, along with the ability to perform basic welding tasks. Previous experience in the metal recycling or waste industry would be an advantage.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years’ plant fitting/repair experience

• Either time served or NVQ Level 2 or above + relevant experience

• Confident in undertaking various types of repairs, and general service/maintenance to machinery.

• Comfortable working both in the shop, on site and occasionally working away on larger projects, should be able to work independently without shop drawings and be able to diagnose and repair using own knowledge and initiative.

• Previous experience in the metal recycling industry, quarrying or waste industry would be a huge advantage.

• Experience working with brands such as Liebherr, Linde, CAT and Lindemann.

• Ability to perform basic/mis-level welding tasks is highly desirable.

• Must have a driver’s licence with no more than 6 points.

Duties & Role:

• Working both in the workshop and out in the field you will provide technical and mechanical support to clients who have broken down or malfunctioning machines or the machines accessories/components.

• Complete general services and repairs to machinery and its components including, changing oil, filters, diagnostics, replacing ad-blue, changing parts etc.

• Provide welding support when working on heavy large equipment’s for things like wear plates and chutes.

• Complete work in the workshop for attachments such as grabs and buckets.

• Work as part of a team toc complete projects on time and within budget.

• Use the company vehicle responsibly, always driving safely.

The company offers some great benefits and a competitive hourly rate: • £20-£24 per hour basic rate + overtime after 8 hours per day and on weekends (if required) • Company Vehicle and fuel card provided. • Free on-site parking • Company Pension • 28 days of paid holidays including Bank Holidays.