Mobile Plant Fitter

Job Description

United Infrastructure Transmission & Distribution are recruiting for a hybrid/mobile Plant Fitter. This is a full-time, permanent position. In this role you would be required to be based at Darlington, County Durham for a minimum of 24 weeks for familiarisation and training. Thereafter you would operate independently. This lead-in period is essential to ensure they are fully aligned with our operational standards and procedures. UK travel is also required in the role.

As a UK-wide operation, you will work as part of a team who are responsible for the Planning & Control of Servicing. This will include the day-to-day repairs of HGV and varied fleet equipment as well as the planned maintenance of Specialised Overhead Line Winching & Tensioning Machinery.

What You Will Do

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on specialist OHL plant & Equipment including winches, Puller/tensioners Tractors HGVs and other specialist plant and equipment.
• Support mobilisation and demobilisation of plant for OHL projects.
• Conduct pre-use inspections, fault finding, and routine servicing of mechanical systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing in line with manufacturer and company standards.
• Ensure all repair work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records in compliance with company procedures.
• Work on-site to attend breakdowns and perform emergency repairs when required.
• Order and fit replacement parts, ensuring cost-effective and timely repairs.
• Adhere to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate effectively with the workshop team, supervisors, and site managers regarding job progress and issues with plant and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining a clean and organised working environment.