£30K/yr to £32K/yr
London, England
Permanent, Variable

Plant Hire Fitter

Posted by Driver Hire East London.

Job overview:

We are seeking a skilled Fitter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience testing and inspecting all equipment on hire fleet and ensure it is safe for rehire. previous experience as a car mechanic, engineer or hydraulic hose fitter.

Salary Range: £30,000 to £32,000 P/A

Essential skills and experience-

  • The knowledge to be able to carry out electric diagnostics
  • Vehicle repair knowledge
  • Knowledge of fault finding
  • The ability to use power tools in a safe and efficient manner
  • Excellent communication skills to carry out the role in a professional attitude.
  • To be well organised and manage own workload as well as work as part of a team.
  • Experience of working under pressure and managing tight deadlines.
  • The ability to read and understand schematics.

What do you need to achieve and deliver to be effective in this job?

  • Carry out general maintenance and PDI inspections on equipment to a good standard.
  • To carry out safety, functional and operational checks to all equipment on the hire fleet.
  • Follow check lists/ inspection cards where necessary when inspecting machinery.
  • PAT test electrical equipment in line with current legislation.
  • To have own basic took kit and look after own tools and use correctly.
  • Be competent to test the specific machinery that you are signing off.
  • Carry out repairs when necessary
  • Remove and replace damaged components on equipment.
  • Service hire fleet at periodic intervals
  • Refurbish hire fleet when needed.
  • Ensure all tasks are carried out safely.
  • Ensure that all PPE is always worn
  • To ensure all damaged machines are put into quarantine, tagged and isolated and put into service repair area.
  • Check parts lists, when needing to order new items
  • To undertake any other duties or special projects which may be regarded as within the responsibility of the post.

It would be an advantage if I have these qualifications:

  • NVQ in Plant Maintenance/ engineering or mechanical qualifications
  • IPAF Operators license
  • Manufacturer Specific Training
  • PAT Test training
  • CAPS license
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