Workshop Fitter
Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
We’re working with a growing business within the plant and equipment hire and sales sector to recruit a Workshop Fitter to join their North East depot. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team of 12, where you'll work hands-on with plant machinery and equipment in a dynamic workshop setting.
You don’t need to be qualified – if you’re mechanically minded and eager to learn, full training will be provided. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone practical and enthusiastic, looking to build or continue a career in plant maintenance - just the right attitude and some mechanical know-how required.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Workshop Fitter, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
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Carrying out inspections, servicing, and repairs of a range of plant equipment
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Diagnosing mechanical faults and identifying parts needed for repairs
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Performing pre-delivery inspections and ensuring all equipment meets safety standards
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Maintaining accurate records of completed work and equipment condition
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Liaising with the workshop foreman and supporting site teams when needed
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Occasionally attending customer sites for on-site repairs
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Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures
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Assisting with general workshop duties including keeping the workspace clean and tidy
What We’re Looking For:
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Someone mechanically minded – whether that's from automotive, agricultural, plant, HGV, or even hobbyist experience
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Full UK driving licence – essential for occasional site attendance (van provided)
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Basic FLT experience (refresher training can be arranged)
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A good attitude, team player mentality, and a willingness to learn
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Reliability and punctuality are a must
What You’ll Get in Return:
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Hourly rate of £12.50
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Overtime paid at 1.5x, with most team members seeing at least 1 hour per day
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28 days holiday per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
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Full training and development from experienced professionals
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Long-term career opportunity with a company that values its people
If you’re looking for a role where you can learn, earn, and grow with a business that values practical skills and strong work ethic, we’d love to hear from you.