Heavy Plant Engineer
Heavy Plant Engineer
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Location: Scotland (Mobile) - 39 hour week, OT 1.5x
Salary: £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 customers' 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
We're looking for a practical Heavy Plant Engineer with a strong background in maintaining and repairing plant equipment.
You'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 £19-20 per hour. xwwtmva
Join a supportive team where your skills and experience are valued.
If you're an experienced Heavy Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Scotland, we'd be keen to hear from you.