We are recruiting for an experienced Heavy Plant Fitter to join a busy recycling operation based in Liverpool.

This is a full-time, permanent role working in a hands-on maintenance environment supporting the continuous operation of heavy plant and wash plant machinery.

Salary & Benefits

- 47.5 hours per week
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Long-term permanent opportunity

Working Hours

- Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 07:00 – 12:00 (as required)
- Additional overtime available for breakdowns and maintenance needs

Role Purpose

You will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, and repair of heavy plant and wash plant equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation across the site.
Equipment includes:

- Excavators
- Loading shovels
- Crushers
- Screeners
- Aggregate wash plant

Key Responsibilities Plant Maintenance & Repairs

- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across all heavy plant machinery
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
- Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently

Wash Plant Operations

- Inspect, maintain, and support operation of the aggregate wash plant
- Monitor performance and adjust processes to maintain output quality
- Work closely with operators to reduce downtime

Servicing & Inspections

- Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance schedules
- Record all maintenance activity, parts used, and repairs completed
- Ensure maximum uptime across all plant equipment

Health & Safety

- Work in full compliance with site health & safety procedures
- Ensure all equipment meets safety standards at all times
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping in workshop and yard areas

Team & Communication

- Work collaboratively with operators, engineers, and management
- Report faults, maintenance requirements, and improvements
- Support smooth day-to-day site operations

Documentation & Stock Control

- Maintain accurate service records and inspection reports
- Support parts ordering and stock management when required

Skills & Experience Required

- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
- Experience with heavy plant or construction machinery
- Previous exposure to aggregate wash plant maintenance (highly desirable)
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Basic computer literacy for reporting and documentation
- Reliable, proactive, and safety-focused approach

Working Environment

- Outdoor yard and workshop-based role
- Physically demanding environment
- Exposure to all weather conditions
- Fast-paced operational setting

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced engineer looking to join a reputable and long-established business working on high-quality plant machinery, apply now.


Alternatively, contact Peter at Holt Recruitment on 07485986178 or peter@holtautomotive.co.uk

Holt Recruitment are a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor Trade, Engineering, OEM, and related industries.

We specialise in Plant, Agricultural, Powered Access, Forklift, Lift & Access, and Static Plant sectors.
We recruit across the UK for roles including: Mobile Plant Engineer, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer, Agricultural Mechanic, Powered Access Engineer, Forklift Engineer, MHE Engineer, and Generator Engineer.
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