Senior Plant Fitter & Lead Technician – Maintenance & Safety

Smith’s Gloucester Ltd; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned plant maintenance company in Stonehouse seeks a skilled technician to oversee the maintenance and repair of construction machinery. The role involves troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic issues, leading junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess proven experience in plant maintenance and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers benefits such as a life assurance scheme, discounts, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Life Assurance Scheme

Corporate gym membership discount

Paid breaks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in servicing and repairing construction machinery.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff members.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain construction plant equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Manage maintenance schedules and team support.

Skills

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Mentoring skills

Health and safety compliance

Tools

Construction machinery

Diagnostic tools

Job description

A family-owned plant maintenance company in Stonehouse seeks a skilled technician to oversee the maintenance and repair of construction machinery. The role involves troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic issues, leading junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess proven experience in plant maintenance and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers benefits such as a life assurance scheme, discounts, and opportunities for progression.