Multi-skilled Plant Fitter/Driver 

DH Plant (a trading division of Direct Hoist Ltd) is looking for a multi-skilled Plant Fitter/Driver

Direct Hoist has now started to branch out into other types of Plant Hire as well as hoists, such as Mini Kubota Diggers & tracked Dumpers, Nifty Lift Cherry pickers, Ifor Williams trailers etc. We are looking for a plant Fitter/Mechanic/driver who doesn’t mind getting his hands dirty. 

The role of Plant Fitter/Driver 

This role is workshop based except when out attending site delivering/collecting/repairing & demonstrating plant, with a van and trailer. The ideal candidate would also know how to refurbish plant, so good with a paint brush or spray gun as well, so never a boring moment for the right person.

The right candidate should be able to:

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs to plant.

• Fault diagnose and rectify all types of mechanical faults found.

• Ensure Health & Safety and good working practices are followed.

• Complete work records.

• Carry out minor and major repairs as directed.

• Identification and capture of damaged plant at the depot.

• Ensure that our `Safely, Healthy, Environmental & Quality`(SHEQ) policies and procedures are adhered to and adopt a safe method of working at all times.

• Show initiative and ability to work under minimal supervision.

• Applicants need to be competent in maths and English.
• Show willingness to learn and are team players.
• Show good communication and problems solving skills.

• Fully qualified plant technician to NVQ2 or equivalent through a recognised training scheme, or a proven track record.

• Experience of working on plant.

• Driving Licence essential.

• Fork Lift Licence ideal but not essential as training can be given.

• General plant electrics knowledge desirable.