5,726 Plant Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As a Plant Mechanic you will play a pivotal role in the success of the depot by ensuring that our customers can hire what they want, when they need it through the efficient servicing and maintaining a variety of plant and tools within the GAP fleet. As part of our high-performing depot team, you will be responsible for identifying and repairing any faults or damage to equipment, accurately updating service records and at times you may be required to complete repairs on our customer sites.

Successful Applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience working as a mechanic/fitter role with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• A customer-focussed approach workload and committed team player
• A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 11 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
• Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby/Call Out rota

So, what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

Join the Industry Leader That Invests in You

Looking to build your career with an industry leader that's going places and invests in you? At GAP Hire Solutions, we're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider-supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• Investing more into our equipment fleet than anyone else in the industry-so our people work with the best tools in the game.
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long-term decisions that support your success.
• Offering real career growth, training, and development from day one.

Whether you're hands-on or customer-focused, there's a place for you at GAP where your work genuinely makes a difference. If you're up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we'd love to hear from you! To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Plant Engineer/ Fitter

Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. With a comprehensive fleet of innovative machinery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and meeting our clients' project requirements.

Summary of Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Plant Fitters to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a variety of construction equipment, ensuring that our fleet remains in optimal working condition. This role involves working both independently and collaboratively with our team of professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance and fitting duties on a wide range of Plant items such as hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers.
• Perform preventive maintenance to extend the lifespan of equipment.
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and guidelines and conduct safety inspections on equipment and report any hazards or concerns.
• Carrying out any mechanical repairs and maintenance duties assigned or requested by the Service Manager
• Follow work practices and instructions as directed by the Service Manager
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.

Essential Criteria:

• 2 years post qualification experience working as a Plant Fitter
• Experience and competency of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• A positive and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development

At Flannery Plant Hire, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

Looking for a new challenge to progress your Engineering skills? Then this plant engineer position could be for you! You will be joining a reputable hire company that have a well stablished depot near Kelty. With call out, bonus and overtime available, this is a great opportunity for an engineer who is looking for  role where no two days are the same. 

Benefits of the Plant Engineer:

• Salary circa £32,000 depending on experience
• Company Bonus 
• Call out
• Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays!
• Option to buy additional holiday 
• Health plan scheme
• Mon - Fri Hours! 

Responsibilities of the plant engineer to include:

• Carry out repairs on a range of plant equipment circa 10 tonnes.
• Complete a range of servicing on dumpers, diggers, excavators etc. 
• Required to attend customer site breakdowns during busy periods.
• Ensure all seervice records are filled out correctly and efficiently.
• To be successful within this role, you will have previously worked as a workshop plant fitter, workshop plant engineer, plant engineer, tool fitter, test and run fitter, plant mechanic or have an engineering background with transferrable skills. 

This is a market leading company within hire industry that are looking to go from strength to strength. You will play a vital plant engineer role in the success of their busy depot with the responsibility for the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of their company fleet of plant, which includes mechanical plant equipment ranging from Telehandlers to Dumpers.

Don't delay apply for the plant engineer role now! Call: (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Our client is looking for a skilled Plant Engineer passionate about working on a wide range of high-performance agricultural and plant equipment based for a company just outside Shrewsbury. You'll play a vital role in servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a diverse fleet-including Manitou telehandlers, compact loaders (skid steers), and attachments, as well as Kuhn grassland machinery such as mowers, tedders, rakes, balers, wrappers, and flail mowers, plus Richard Western trailers and Shelbourne feeders, bedders, and muck spreaders

This predominantly field-based role also includes some workshop responsibilities, ideal for someone who thrives on variety and enjoys balancing on-site diagnostics with fine-tuning and repairs in a controlled environment.

• Carry out service, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of agricultural and plant equipment.
• Work predominantly in the field, attending customer sites to diagnose faults and perform repairs.
• Spend time in the workshop completing in-depth repairs, refurbishments, and pre-delivery inspections.
• Maintain and repair equipment such as telehandlers, skid steers, grassland implements, trailers, feeders, bedders, and muck spreaders.
• Apply strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical skills to resolve issues effectively.
• Provide both reactive and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.

• Proven experience working with a range of machinery, preferably within the agricultural, commercial vehicle, or construction sectors, supported by a relevant qualification in Land-Based Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships that ensure a high level of satisfaction.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both internally and externally, to support efficient planning and smooth progression of work.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to set realistic timescales for tasks, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising on safety or quality.
• Consistently present a professional and approachable image.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

• Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate (minimum 3 days per week).
• Saturdays: Required on a rota basis.
• Holiday: Up to 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Salary: 35,000-45,000, dependent on skills and experience.
• Overtime : Paid at time and a half, with double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
• Benefits: Company van provided.
• Work Environment : Join an independent, family-run business with a close-knit, friendly team.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

JR168: Plant Engineer

Location: Corby

Salary: £15.55 - £16.20 Per Hour + Overtime

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

This role would be ideal for an ex-military candidate, however all applications will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete all relevant pre-hire checks and complete related paperwork.
• Carry out scheduled Service Inspections and servicing and repairs in compliance with manufacturers specifications.
• Carry out all tasks in compliance with the Company’s Environmental and Health and Safety Procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A valid driving licence.
• Able to work as part of a Team.
• Flexible, keen to embrace new training opportunities
• Customer Service focused.
• Qualified Mechanical Engineer

JR168: Plant Engineer

Location: Corby

Marble Talent Group is currently recruiting for aPlant Engineer based in a depot inEdmonton!

Responsibilities -

• Servicing, repairing and maintaining of construction plant equipment.
• Replacements of hoses and attachments.
• Welding parts
• Attend occasional equipment breakdowns
• Cleaning of machinery.

Personal Requirements -

• Strong mechanical knowledge - previous experience working on similar equipment.
• Experience working on hydraulics.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good communication skills.

Salary - 32k - 40k depending on experience

For more information, apply today and I will get in touch!

About Marble Talent

As engineering recruitment specialists, we pride ourselves on the ability to turn aspiring candidates at the beginning, middle or towards the end of their engineering careers into successful, professional engineers place at the right companies. We are interested in people from all walks of life, as long as they have the passion to succeed in engineering. Our goal is to become the recruiter of choice for UK engineering companies. We will do this by continuing to deliver a first-class service for both clients and candidates

My client is currently recruiting for an experienced plant fitter

Purpose of the role:
The role is responsible for the repair and maintenance of a wide range of plant rental machines from 1.5T Mini Diggers to 20T Excavators, Dumpers, Rollers and Telescopic Handlers.

Duties
Repairs and maintenance on an average 5 assets per day
Working as part of a team of workshop and mobile fitters
Minimal machines returned faulty after maintenance/repair carried out

Principal Responsibilities:
Promote & comply with H&S regulations and legislation at all times
Find faults and any defects on machines and carry out repairs as necessary to ensure machines are kept ready for customer use
Communicating and working within a small team particularly in regards to any delays, so this in turn can be communicated to the customer
Informing the office of any spares required in a timely manner,
Keeping the workspace clean and to standard at all times and proactively ensuring that work area is safe.
Maintaining and exceeding workshop targets and efficiency
Recording and documenting repairs carried out on iPad device with photographs to support any charges applicable to the customer
Willingly perform ad hoc duties as required

Essential qualities
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Good spoken and written English

Desirable
NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Maintenance
Demonstrate a full and varied knowledge of all plant
CSCS Card
Use of iPad technology
Driving licence with no more than 3 points

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As a Plant Mechanic you will play a pivotal role in the success of the depot by ensuring that our customers can hire what they want, when they need it through the efficient servicing and maintaining a variety of plant and tools within the GAP fleet. As part of our high-performing depot team, you will be responsible for identifying and repairing any faults or damage to equipment, accurately updating service records and at times you may be required to complete repairs on our customer sites.

Successful Applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience working as a mechanic/fitter role with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• A customer-focussed approach workload and committed team player
• A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 11 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
• Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby/Call Out rota

So, what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

Join the Industry Leader That Invests in You

Looking to build your career with an industry leader that's going places and invests in you? At GAP Hire Solutions, we're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider-supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• Investing more into our equipment fleet than anyone else in the industry-so our people work with the best tools in the game.
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long-term decisions that support your success.
• Offering real career growth, training, and development from day one.

Whether you're hands-on or customer-focused, there's a place for you at GAP where your work genuinely makes a difference. If you're up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we'd love to hear from you! To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Plant Engineer/ Fitter

Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. With a comprehensive fleet of innovative machinery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and meeting our clients' project requirements.

Summary of Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Plant Fitters to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a variety of construction equipment, ensuring that our fleet remains in optimal working condition. This role involves working both independently and collaboratively with our team of professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance and fitting duties on a wide range of Plant items such as hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and dozers.
• Perform preventive maintenance to extend the lifespan of equipment.
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and guidelines and conduct safety inspections on equipment and report any hazards or concerns.
• Carrying out any mechanical repairs and maintenance duties assigned or requested by the Service Manager
• Follow work practices and instructions as directed by the Service Manager
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.

Essential Criteria:

• 2 years post qualification experience working as a Plant Fitter
• Experience and competency of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• A positive and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development

At Flannery Plant Hire, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.