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Posted 01 August, 2026

Workshop Plant Fitter

Neos Recruitment Limited
County Down, NIR, GB Full Time

Job Description

Workshop Plant Fitter Newry, Northern Ireland £16-19ph + Overtime\n

NEOS Engineering are currently recruiting for an experienced Workshop Plant Fitter to join a well-established and highly respected heavy plant dealership based in Newry.

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This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a fantastic reputation within the construction and agricultural sectors, working on a modern fleet of machinery in a well-equipped workshop. If you're looking for a stable position with plenty of variety, manufacturer training and genuine long-term career prospects, this role is well worth considering.

The Role\n

As a Workshop Plant Fitter, you'll be responsible for carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of heavy plant and construction equipment.

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You'll be working on machinery including:

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  • Excavators
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  • Wheel Loaders
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  • Telehandlers
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  • Dumpers
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  • Rollers
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  • Mini Excavators
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  • Tracked Dumpers
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  • Skid Steers
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  • Compact Loaders
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  • Agricultural Tractors
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  • Attachments including buckets, breakers, grabs and hydraulic equipment
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This is predominantly a workshop-based role where you'll diagnose faults, complete repairs efficiently and ensure equipment is maintained to the highest standard before returning to customers.

What You'll Be Doing\n
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  • Carrying out routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
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  • Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
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  • Repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems.
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  • Completing inspections and preparing machines for delivery.
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  • Working safely and maintaining high workshop standards.
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  • Completing job documentation accurately.
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What We're Looking For\n
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  • Previous experience as a Plant Fitter, Workshop Engineer, Service Engineer or Heavy Plant Technician.
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  • Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical diagnostic skills.
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  • Experience working on construction plant, agricultural machinery or heavy equipment.
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  • NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
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  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
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What's On Offer\n
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  • Competitive salary.
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  • Plenty of overtime available.
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  • Ongoing manufacturer and product training.
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  • Modern workshop and quality equipment.
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  • Long-term career progression with an established business.
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  • Stable, full-time permanent position.
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Apply today or contact NEOS Engineering for a confidential discussion.

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