Senior Fitter

Job overview:

We are seeking a skilled Fitter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience testing and inspecting all equipment on hire fleet and ensure it is safe for rehire. previous experience as a car mechanic, engineer or hydraulic hose fitter.

Salary Range: £32,000 to £36,000 P/A

Essential skills and experience-

 At least five years' experience in being a Plant Hire Fitter

The knowledge to be able to carry out electric diagnostics

Vehicle repair knowledge

Knowledge of fault finding

The ability to use power tools in a safe and efficient manner

Excellent communication skills to carry out the role in a professional attitude.

To be well organised and manage own workload as well as work as part of a team.

Experience of working under pressure and managing tight deadlines.

The ability to read and understand schematics.

- CAPS license

What do you need to achieve and deliver to be effective in this job?

Carry out general maintenance and PDI inspections on equipment to a good standard.

To carry out safety, functional and operational checks to all equipment on the hire fleet.

Follow check lists/ inspection cards where necessary when inspecting machinery.

PAT test electrical equipment in line with current legislation.

To have own basic took kit and look after own tools and use correctly.

Be competent to test the specific machinery that you are signing off.

Carry out repairs when necessary

Remove and replace damaged components on equipment.

Service hire fleet at periodic intervals

Refurbish hire fleet when needed.

Ensure all tasks are carried out safely.

Ensure that all PPE is always worn

To ensure all damaged machines are put into quarantine, tagged and isolated and put into service repair area.

Check parts lists, when needing to order new items

To undertake any other duties or special projects which may be regarded as within the responsibility of the post.

To be successful in this role you may have experience in these areas:

Working under pressure

Meeting deadlines

Manufacturer's specific training

It would be an advantage if I have these qualifications:


NVQ in Plant Maintenance/ engineering or mechanical qualifications

IPAF Operators license

Manufacturer Specific Training

PAT Test training

If this sounds like you, then send your application or call Driver Hire East London on 020 8988 4050.