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Mobile Plant Engineer

Durham & Surrounding Areas
£18 – £20 per hour (DOE) + Overtime
40 hours per week + Paid Overtime at 1.5x

Holt Recruitment is working with a respected client in the plant and construction equipment sector to find a talented Mobile Plant Engineer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter who enjoys working independently, solving problems on the go, and providing top-tier service to customers.

As a Mobile Plant Engineer, you will travel to customer sites across Durham and the surrounding areas, carrying out service, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of plant equipment. This role would suit a skilled Mobile Plant Fitter who is confident working in the field and delivering high standards of workmanship.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Service & Maintenance: Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance on a variety of plant machinery as a Mobile Plant Engineer.
- Diagnostics & Repairs: Fault-find and carry out mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs on-site.
- Breakdowns: Respond to emergency call-outs and minimise downtime for customers.
- Parts & Inventory: Maintain van stock and ensure you have the right tools and spares for the job.
- Customer-Facing: Deliver excellent service, explaining repairs and next steps clearly and professionally.
- Reporting: Complete accurate job sheets and service records electronically or via mobile tools.

What We’re Looking For:

- Proven experience working as a Mobile Plant Engineer, Plant Fitter, Mobile Engineer, or Field Service Technician.
- Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and basic electrical fault finding.
- Ability to work independently, efficiently, and with minimal supervision – essential for a successful Mobile Plant Engineer.
- A confident communicator who takes pride in quality workmanship.
- A full UK driving licence is essential.

What’s in it for You:

- Company van & fuel card
- Paid overtime at time-and-a-half
- Manufacturer and in-house training provided
- Medical & dental cash plan
- Life assurance & contributory pension scheme
- Uniform & PPE supplied
- Independence to manage your own workload
- Supportive team and long-term career prospects

Interested? Contact Pete at Holt Recruitment today on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to find out more.

Holt Recruitment – Specialising in Plant, Agricultural, Powered Access, Forklift, Lift & Access, Static plant. We recruit across the UK for Mobile Plant Fitter, Mobile Plant Engineer, Plant Engineer, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer, Agricultural Mechanic, Powered Access Engineer, Forklift Engineer, MHE Engineer, Generator Engineer