Heavy Plant Engineer
Location: Scotland (Mobile) - 39 hour week, OT 1.5x
Salary: andpound;19-20 per hour
NEOS Engineering is working with an established plant hire business operating across Scotland and is looking for an experienced Heavy Plant Engineer to maintain and repair a varied fleet of heavy plant and machinery.
This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys variety, working independently and keeping customersandrsquo; equipment running.
The Role
- Carry out servicing, fault finding and repairs on heavy plant and machinery.
- Travel to customer sites and depots around Scotland to attend breakdowns and planned maintenance.
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults and complete repairs to a high standard.
- Complete job paperwork, service records and inspection reports accurately.
- Work safely, following company procedures and health and safety requirements.
- Keep customers informed and help minimise downtime on site.
The Candidate
Weandrsquo;re looking for a practical Heavy Plant Engineer with a strong background in maintaining and repairing plant equipment.
Youandrsquo;ll ideally have:
- Proven experience working on heavy plant such as excavators, dumpers, loading shovels and similar machinery.
- Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and hydraulic systems.
- The ability to work independently and manage your own workload in the field.
- A full UK driving licence and a flexible, reliable approach.
- Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
Relevant qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle, Plant or Land-Based Engineering or equivalent.
- Time-served apprenticeship in a plant or mechanical discipline would be advantageous.
- CPCS, CSCS or relevant site cards would be beneficial.
- Experience with diagnostic equipment would also be useful.
Previous experience in plant hire or a similar fast-paced hire environment would be particularly useful.
The Opportunity
- Work on a varied range of heavy plant with a respected hire business.
- Mobile role covering sites across Scotland.
- Competitive hourly rate of andpound;19-20 per hour.
- Join a supportive team where your skills and experience are valued.
If youandrsquo;re an experienced Heavy Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Scotland, weandrsquo;d be keen to hear from you.