- Temporary
Job Description
3 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Umbrella - £123.45 per day - Umbrella
Job Purpose
As a Plant Fitter, you will support Fleet Maintenance operations by carrying out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repair work on plant, machinery and fleet equipment to ensure vehicles and equipment remain safe, compliant and operational.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
• Carry out servicing and maintenance of plant and fleet equipment.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs.
• Complete inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment meet safety and operational standards.
• Identify defective parts and arrange replacements where required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
• Support workshop and fleet maintenance operations.
• Comply with Health & Safety procedures and workshop regulations.
• Respond to operational maintenance requirements as required.
• Assist in ensuring minimal downtime of equipment and vehicles.
Essential Experience Required
• Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Mechanical Fitter or Fleet Maintenance Technician.
• Experience servicing and repairing plant, machinery or heavy equipment.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Mechanical maintenance and repair experience.
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining maintenance records and documentation.
Additional Information to Note
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week.
• Newport, NP19 0ES.
• Fleet Maintenance Team
• Supplier Submission Deadline: 29th October 2026.
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
• Apply ASAP.
Requirements
As a Plant Fitter, you will support Fleet Maintenance operations by carrying out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repair work on plant, machinery and fleet equipment to ensure vehicles and equipment remain safe, compliant and operational.