Plant Fitter

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
St Albans
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Mechanical Maintenance Hydraulic Systems Fault Diagnosis Pre-Delivery Inspection Health & Safety Compliance Welding & Fabrication Electrical Systems Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Plant Fitter

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group
Location: St Albans
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Service Department

About the Role

We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Plant Fitter to join our team. This role involves the maintenance, repair and inspection of a wide range of plant machinery, ensuring all equipment is safe, compliant and ready for hire or site use.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on plant equipment (e.g. excavators, dumpers, telehandlers)
  • Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs in a timely manner
  • Conduct pre-delivery inspections and prepare machinery for hire
  • Maintain accurate service and repair records
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations
  • Keep the workshop and yard clean, organised and safe

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Plant Fitter, Plant Mechanic or similar role
  • Strong mechanical and hydraulic knowledge
  • Ability to diagnose and repair faults independently
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ/City & Guilds in Plant Maintenance or similar) preferred
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)
  • Good communication and teamwork skills

Desirable Skills

  • Experience working with a range of construction plant equipment
  • Welding and fabrication skills
  • Knowledge of electrical systems

Apply

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About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is proud to be a multi disciplined contractor and service provider to the construction industry. Founded in 1991 with a single JCB 3CX, the company has grown from strength to strength and is now renowned for having one of the UK's most modern and capable fleets and the UK's most capable operatives and management team.

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