Workshop Plant fitter

Workshop Plant Fitter
Ipswich
£21-£22ph
39 hour week, overtime paid at 1.5x and 2x, pension scheme, sick pay, holiday increase scheme and more

Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Workshop-Based Fitter to join our team at a specialist piling company. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of piling machinery and equipment, including crane-suspended hammers, hydraulic hammers, piling hammers, excavators, piling rigs, and drilling equipment. If you have experience with plant machinery or piling equipment and are looking for a rewarding role with excellent benefits, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities
As a Workshop-Based Fitter, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting maintenance, repairs, and servicing of piling machinery and equipment.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and hydraulic issues efficiently.
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest safety and operational standards.
• Collaborating with the team to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Keeping accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
• Adhering to company policies and health and safety regulations at all times.

Qualifications To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Proven experience working with plant machinery or piling equipment.
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and team-oriented approach to work.
• Relevant technical qualifications or certifications (preferred but not essential).

Day-to-Day
Your typical day as a Workshop-Based Fitter will involve:

• Inspecting and diagnosing issues with piling machinery and equipment.
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs in the workshop.
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure equipment is ready for deployment.
• Responding to urgent repair needs and minimizing downtime.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workshop environment.

Benefits We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly rate of £21-£22 per hour.
• Standard 39-hour workweek with overtime opportunities:
  • 1.5x pay for the first 4 hours of overtime.
  • Double time for additional overtime hours.
• Generous pension scheme to support your future.
• Sick pay to provide financial security during illness.
• Holiday scheme to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for working on specialized machinery, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to the success of a leading specialist piling company.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!SER-IN