Workshop Fitter

Job Description Chippindale Plant Ltd is one of the largest privately owned plant hire and sales companies in the North of England with 6 depots including Leeds. Established in 1949, it provides a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of Construction Plant, Tools, Excavator Attachments and Secure Site Accommodation.

We are looking for a plant mechanic/fitters to maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant including; Compaction Equipment, Excavators and attachments, Dumpers, Telehandlers, Compressors and a wide range of Tools.

The role is for a workshop based mechanic/fitter job in our Sheffield Depot. Key skills & Duties- Inspecting machines for defects- Servicing and maintenance- Undertaking routine inspections of various equipment- Dismantling and repairing or replacing fault components- Reassembling and testing components to ensure they are working safely- Performing checks on new equipment before first use- Using reports to diagnose faults- Updating service records- Escalating faults to managers- Use of a wide range of specialist tools such as hydraulic presses- Keeping the workshop area clean and tidy- Follow all H&S procedures- Basic welding- Using lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulationsQualifications & Experience- Industry experience in a similar role- Previous experience of diagnosing and repairing plant / machinery/ lifting equipment is essential- Proven track record of diagnosing faults- Previous experience of hydraulic systems- Basic electrical skills for plant and machinery- Previous experience of use of large workshop equipment- NVQ Plant and Machinery or Land Based Engineering L3 qualification desirable- M&E Experience- FLTIt would be preferable for the successful candidate to hold a current driving license.

This job requires someone who is flexible, motivated and customer focused. We are offering a stable position in a growing company that is investing substantially in new equipment and staff training.

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