Workshop Fitter – Grade 1 (Heavy Plant Maintenance)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Workshop Fitter (Grade 1) to join a leading mobile plant supplier in the quarrying and aggregates sector. Based in Caldicot, the role offers the chance to work with a modern fleet of heavy‑plant equipment from manufacturers such as Volvo, Caterpillar and Komatsu, while receiving continuous training and clear career progression.

Key responsibilities

• Repair, service and overhaul heavy quarrying and construction plant, including engines, transmissions, axles and hydraulic systems.
• Carry out thorough machine inspections and prepare equipment for hire or sale.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults independently or as part of the workshop team.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Required profile

• NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Proven experience maintaining heavy construction, quarrying or mining equipment.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, driveline, electrical and engine systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast‑paced workshop environment.

Required skills

• Heavy plant maintenance
• Mechanical fault diagnosis
• Hydraulic system repair
• Electrical fault diagnosis
• Engine, transmission and axle overhauls

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £43,000 per year.
• Overtime opportunities and a comprehensive training programme.
• Clear progression route within a growing, market‑leading organisation.