1,287 Plant Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom
Shift Engineer
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Location: Mitcham
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off - days and nights
So what's it all about?
As our next Shift Engineer, you will be resilient and adaptable due to the nature of the fast-paced environment you will be working within. Using your own initiative will be key a lot of the time.
Working with a team of skilled Engineers, you will be responsible for not only repairing issues with the bakery production lines but encouraged to implement positive ideas in the reliability of the machines moving forward.
You will be instrumental in the diagnosing of both electrical and mechanical faults within the factory. Your remit will be to carry out essential machine maintenance to ensure the smooth running of the production line and limit downtime.
You will be passionate about the role Engineers play in making improvements and how you can proactively influence situations instead of just being reactive. In this role, you will ensure faults are found quickly and repaired efficiently.
The Key Requirements.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical or mechanical engineering
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing environment (FMCG)
- Able to demonstrate a strong work ethic
We'll provide you with opportunities to learn new skills, grow and develop and we aim to provide our colleagues with a job for life! We have many long-serving colleagues, some with over 30 years' experience with us. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and friendly team environment.
Benefits baked in
All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits, here's a top crust taster of what we offer:
- Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries.
- Three levels of pension schemes to suit your needs.
- Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace App includes annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more.
- Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday savings, cashback and much more.
At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you're applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you.
To find out more about Hovis please visit our website and social media channels hovis.co.uk
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Plant Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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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.
Plant Engineer Job Overview
- 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.
Plant Engineer Job Requirements
- 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.
Plant Engineer Salary & Benefits
- 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.
Plant Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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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)
Plant Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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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
Plant Engineer
Posted 9 days ago
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Plant Engineer
35,000 - 40,000 + Training + Progression + Permanent Position + Monday to Friday + Private Medical Insurance + Excellent Company Benefits
Croydon, London
Are you a Mechanical Engineer from a Plant, Hydraulics or Automotive background looking to take the next step in your career at a market-leading company providing hands on training and development from a team of industry experts?
On offer is a unique role to progress your career within a close-knit team of passionate engineers working on specialist machinery.
This well-established independent leading business specialise in the hire of plant and tool equipment. Due to growth they are looking to add the right person to their team.
In this role you will primarily be based in the workshop carrying out repairs and maintenance on plant machinery including diggers and excavators. You will also occasionally work on-site attending field breakdowns. Hands on training will be provided on their specialist machinery.
This role will be idea for a Mechanical Engineer from a Plant, Industrial, Hydraulics or Automotive background looking to take the next step in your career at a market-leading company providing technical and career progression and great company benefits.
The Role:
- Service and Repair Plant Machinery
- Workshop-based with Occasional Breakdowns
- Hands-on Training & Benefits
The Person:
- Mechanical Engineering Experience
- Plant, Industrial, Hydraulics or Automotive background
- Full UK Driver's License
Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Lewis Durrant at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Plant Engineer
Posted 9 days ago
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Our presigous client in Bicester are the UK's leading supplier of concrete equipment, is seeking a Senior HGV and/or Heavy Plant Engineer-Fitter to lead on complex diagnostics, repairs, and servicing of their specialist concrete machinery. This is a hands-on, senior-level role suited to an experienced engineer looking to apply their skills in a niche, highly technical environment.
As a key member of the engineering team, you will work on a diverse fleet of equipment including concrete mixers, pumps, batching plants, silos, and volumetric mixers - both in our Bicester workshop and at customer sites across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on advanced diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of concrete equipment with mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
- Oversee and support less experienced engineers when required.
- Conduct equipment inspections, testing, and final commissioning before dispatch or after repair.
- Represent the business professionally on customer sites, offering technical advice and on-the-spot fault resolution.
- Assist with continuous improvement of workshop practices and service quality.
What We're Looking For:
- Extensive hands-on experience as a senior-level HGV or heavy plant engineer/fitter, ideally within the concrete equipment or construction machinery industry.
- High-level expertise across mechanics, hydraulics, 12/24V & 3-Phase electrics, electronics and diagnostics (CANbus, PLC systems etc.).
- Proven ability to work independently in both workshop and field environments being a direct representative of the business with our customer.
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- Full UK driving licence required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary reflecting senior experience.
- Company van, and full PPE provided.
- Regular overtime and travel allowances.
- Opportunities to train on new and bespoke concrete equipment both in the UK and abroad.
- A respected role within a long-established, family-run business.
You will play a vital role in maintaining the performance and reliability of the UK's most comprehensive range of concrete equipment.
Salary:
- 45k - 55k per annum DOE
- 33 Holidays per annum
- Generous pension contribution
- Training programme
- On site parking
To find out more, please call Adam on (phone number removed)
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Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.
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Plant Engineer
Posted 9 days ago
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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.
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Plant Engineer
Posted 9 days ago
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Plant Engineer - Heavy Construction Equipment
Location: Northampton
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 per annum (DOE) + Overtime + Standby Allowance
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 17:00 (50 hours/week)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Impact Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected leader in plant and surfacing equipment maintenance based in Northampton. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Plant Engineer to join their high-performing maintenance team, working both in the workshop and out on-site with a variety of heavy machinery including planers, pavers, rollers, and small tools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct diagnostics and repairs on a wide range of construction plant machinery.
- Perform planned maintenance and inspections in accordance with safety and manufacturer guidelines.
- Respond to on-site breakdowns, delivering efficient and professional repairs.
- Maintain accurate records of service history, job sheets, and parts used.
- Follow all health & safety regulations and ensure work areas remain clean and compliant.
- Communicate clearly with clients and team members to provide updates and ensure service quality.
Candidate Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (Level 2 considered for time-served engineers).
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical fault-finding skills.
- Full UK driving licence is essential (HGV licence a bonus).
- Experience working with equipment such as Wirtgen, JCB, Bomag, and Ammann is highly desirable.
- CSCS card and other plant-related certifications are an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in both workshop and field settings.
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary between 50,000 and 60,000, depending on experience.
- Overtime available (Time & a Half after 17:00, Double Time after Midnight).
- 325 standby allowance for on-call rota (1 in 4 weeks), plus callout pay.
- Company van, fuel card, mobile phone, tools, PPE, and uniform provided.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays, company pension scheme, and free on-site parking.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities within a growing company.
If you're an experienced Plant Engineer looking to join a reputable team with excellent earning potential and variety in your day-to-day work, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV to Impact Recruitment or contact us directly for more information.
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Plant Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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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)
Plant Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Description
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.
Plant Engineer Job Overview
- 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.
Plant Engineer Job Requirements
- 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.
Plant Engineer Salary & Benefits
- 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.
Plant Engineer
Posted 12 days ago
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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