Rapid Hire Recruitment Ltd T/A Kenect Recruitment
Truro, Cornwall
Plant Fitter Excellent Salary Overtime Available Training & Development Cornwall Permanent, Full-Time About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a leading mineral exploration drilling contractor based in Cornwall. Working within a busy workshop and supporting drilling operations across the UK, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide range of heavy plant, drilling equipment and support vehicles, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and ready for deployment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a well-established business that offers long-term career security, ongoing training and the chance to work alongside highly experienced engineers. What's on Offer Excellent salary with overtime opportunities. Permanent, full-time position. Long-term career progression. Ongoing manufacturer and in-house training. Work with modern drilling and heavy plant equipment. Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture. Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within the drilling industry. Key Responsibilities Service, maintain and repair heavy plant, drilling rigs and associated equipment. Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults. Carry out planned preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs. Inspect equipment and complete repair reports. Replace and overhaul engines, transmissions, pumps and hydraulic components. Carry out welding and fabrication repairs where required. Ensure all equipment meets company safety standards before deployment. Work closely with drilling crews to minimise equipment downtime. Maintain workshop housekeeping and comply with health and safety procedures. Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Heavy Plant Engineer or Plant Mechanic. Experience working on heavy plant, construction, quarrying, mining or drilling equipment. Strong hydraulic, diesel engine and mechanical fault-finding skills. Ability to diagnose and repair equipment independently. Full UK driving licence. Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. Right to work in the UK. Desirable Experience Experience working on drilling rigs or mineral exploration equipment. Knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, JCB, Atlas Copco, Sandvik or Epiroc equipment. Welding or fabrication experience. Electrical diagnostics. LOLER inspection experience. HGV licence (advantageous but not essential). Who We're Looking For We're looking for a hands-on Plant Fitter who enjoys solving mechanical problems and takes pride in keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently. Whether your background is construction, quarrying, mining or drilling, you'll be joining a company that values practical experience, teamwork and a positive attitude. Apply Today If you're looking for a long-term career with a respected contractor offering excellent training, career progression and the opportunity to work on specialist drilling equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
Plant Fitter Excellent Salary Overtime Available Training & Development Cornwall Permanent, Full-Time About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a leading mineral exploration drilling contractor based in Cornwall. Working within a busy workshop and supporting drilling operations across the UK, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide range of heavy plant, drilling equipment and support vehicles, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and ready for deployment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a well-established business that offers long-term career security, ongoing training and the chance to work alongside highly experienced engineers. What's on Offer Excellent salary with overtime opportunities. Permanent, full-time position. Long-term career progression. Ongoing manufacturer and in-house training. Work with modern drilling and heavy plant equipment. Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture. Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within the drilling industry. Key Responsibilities Service, maintain and repair heavy plant, drilling rigs and associated equipment. Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults. Carry out planned preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs. Inspect equipment and complete repair reports. Replace and overhaul engines, transmissions, pumps and hydraulic components. Carry out welding and fabrication repairs where required. Ensure all equipment meets company safety standards before deployment. Work closely with drilling crews to minimise equipment downtime. Maintain workshop housekeeping and comply with health and safety procedures. Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Heavy Plant Engineer or Plant Mechanic. Experience working on heavy plant, construction, quarrying, mining or drilling equipment. Strong hydraulic, diesel engine and mechanical fault-finding skills. Ability to diagnose and repair equipment independently. Full UK driving licence. Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. Right to work in the UK. Desirable Experience Experience working on drilling rigs or mineral exploration equipment. Knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, JCB, Atlas Copco, Sandvik or Epiroc equipment. Welding or fabrication experience. Electrical diagnostics. LOLER inspection experience. HGV licence (advantageous but not essential). Who We're Looking For We're looking for a hands-on Plant Fitter who enjoys solving mechanical problems and takes pride in keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently. Whether your background is construction, quarrying, mining or drilling, you'll be joining a company that values practical experience, teamwork and a positive attitude. Apply Today If you're looking for a long-term career with a respected contractor offering excellent training, career progression and the opportunity to work on specialist drilling equipment, we'd love to hear from you.