Plant Mechanic: Hands-on Maintenance & Career Growth

GAP Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic to join their team in Portsmouth. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a diverse range of plant and tool equipment to ensure it remains hire-ready. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction and safety standards. At GAP, you will find opportunities for career development in a supportive environment that values its employees.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Career growth and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter.
• Solid, up-to-date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a wide range of plant and tool equipment within the GAP fleet.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently.
• Occasionally attending customer sites to carry out repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Customer-focused mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualification or time-served background

Tools

Heavy plant machinery

Job description

A leading equipment hire provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic to join their team in Portsmouth. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a diverse range of plant and tool equipment to ensure it remains hire-ready. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction and safety standards. At GAP, you will find opportunities for career development in a supportive environment that values its employees.