Plant Fitter – Mechanical Fitters for Construction Plant

About the role

Our client, a specialist engineering company, is seeking a Plant Fitter to provide coverage across the North East construction plant sector. The role is primarily workshop‑based with occasional site visits, focusing on installing new hydraulic systems and supporting plant equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Install and commission new hydraulic systems on construction plant equipment.
• Attend breakdowns, diagnose faults, propose solutions and carry out repairs.
• Deliver competent technical support to customers and end‑users.
• Produce accurate on‑site reports to record issues and actions taken.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and manage expectations.

Required profile

• Time‑served plant fitter with mechanical experience in a construction plant environment.
• Analytical approach to problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and travel independently away from home.
• Good IT proficiency.
• Full driving licence.

Required skills

• Hydraulic systems installation
• Mechanical fitting
• Fault diagnosis
• Repair of plant equipment
• Commissioning of new installations
• IT proficiency

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£35,000‑£55,000 per year).
• Opportunity to work for a well‑established, growing employer.
• Company investing in expansion and compliant with the latest health and safety standards.