Plant Fitter

Plant Fitter

North Bristol – Rotating Shift Pattern – £46,000‑48,500, Overtime, Profit Related Pay, Excellent Benefits.

The Role

Working as part of an experienced engineering team, you’ll carry out planned servicing, preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs across a wide range of mobile plant.

Typical Equipment

• Forklift trucks
• Loading shovels
• Commercial vehicles

The role involves mechanical fault finding, servicing and repairs on hydraulics, diesel engines and vehicle electrical systems, ensuring equipment is maintained safely and reliably to support operations. You’ll also complete maintenance documentation and work closely with operations to maximise equipment availability and minimise downtime.

Working Pattern

This role operates on a 12‑week rotating shift pattern consisting of:

• 9‑week shift rotation (changing weekly): 06:00‑14:00, 14:00‑22:00, 22:00‑06:00
• 3 weeks: 07:00‑15:00. Paid overtime available.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or recognised apprenticeship in Plant, Vehicle or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience maintaining mobile plant, forklift trucks, commercial vehicles, HGVs, agricultural or construction equipment
• Strong mechanical fault‑finding skills
• Good understanding of hydraulics, diesel engines and vehicle electrical systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexible approach to shift working

Benefits

• 46k basic salary + premium for night shifts worked
• Paid overtime
• Profit‑related bonus scheme
• Company pension (employer 8%)
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free onsite gym
• Free onsite GP service
• Subsidised canteen
• Excellent long‑term career progression with a well‑established employer

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