Mobile Plant Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a mobile plant engineer covering Southampton and surrounding areas for a leading plant hire company in the UK who provide top-of-the-range, premium-condition excavators for hire. The company operates a fleet of advanced Hitachi excavators, all under 12 months old, ranging from 3 to 35 tons, ensuring maximum versatility for various projects. The ideal candidate will come with relevant qualifications in the plant industry and a past work experience working on a variety of heavy plant including excavators.

• Carry out regular maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a range of plant equipment.
• Identify and fix faults while ensuring all machinery meets required safety standards.
• Perform inspections and maintain detailed records of completed work.
• Work independently or collaboratively to complete tasks efficiently.
• Follow all Health & Safety guidelines, maintaining safe working practices at all times.

• Relevant qualifications in the plant industry; NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent would be advantageous
• Proven experience in plant machinery maintenance and repairs.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) would be advantageous but not essential
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commutable distance to the depot based in Southampton.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage time effectively.

• 36,000-40,000 basic salary dependant on experience.
• Monday-Friday 45-hour week.
• Overtime available.
• Company vehicle.
• Pension.
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Opportunities for career progression.

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.

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