Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Plant Engineer (Construction Machinery)
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Plant Engineer (Construction Machinery)
£45,000 - £50,000 + Training + Progression + 1 Day of Holiday Each Year, Rising to 25 Days + Bank Holidays + Early Friday Finish + Overtime Availability + Company Benefits
Rushden (Yard-Based)
Are you a Plant Engineer with mechanical or electrical maintenance experience looking to join a specialist lifting equipment company where you'll play a key role in keeping a modern fleet operating safely and efficiently?
Do you enjoy a hands-on role combining preventative maintenance, fault finding, and technical problem-solving, with the opportunity to support both the workshop and customer sites?
The company is a specialist provider of tower crane hire, sales, and support services, delivering lifting solutions to construction projects across the UK.
With a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and customer service, the company continues to invest in its equipment, people, and operational standards, offering a stable environment with opportunities for long-term development.
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This is an excellent opportunity for a Plant Engineer or Technician to take ownership of maintaining yard equipment, supporting breakdowns, and ensuring all machinery is prepared to the highest quality and safety standards.
The Role:
- Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on plant equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults both in the yard and on customer sites
- Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with ISO and Health & Safety standards
- Prepare equipment to the highest standard before it leaves the depot
- Provide technical support to engineers, office staff, and customers when required
- Manage stock levels and identify parts requirements
The Person:
- Experience in mechanical and electrical works
- Background in heavy plant equipment maintenance
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Job reference: BBBH26061b
Keywords: Plant Maintenance Engineer, Plant Engineer, Heavy Plant, Construction Plant, Crane Engineer, Tower Cranes, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, Rushden, Northampton, Northamptonshire
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.
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