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Posted 15 August, 2026

Plant Fitter

CV TECHNICAL LTD
Colchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Mobile Plant Fitter (Regional)\n

Location: EssexSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm

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We are recruiting for an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter to join an established engineering team supporting a broad range of plant and machinery.

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This is a hands-on position suited to an experienced engineer who can independently diagnose faults, carry out repairs and keep equipment operating safely and efficiently.

The Role\n
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  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
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  • Carry out routine servicing, inspections and testing.
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  • Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
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  • Attend customer and operational sites to diagnose and repair equipment.
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  • Use computerised diagnostic equipment to identify faults.
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  • Complete accurate service records, job sheets and supporting documentation.
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  • Manage repairs from initial diagnosis through to completion.
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  • Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
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Equipment\n

The role will involve working on a varied range of mobile and site-based equipment, including:

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  • Excavators
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  • Dumpers and dump trucks
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  • Crushers and screeners
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  • Wheeled loaders
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  • Skid-steer loaders
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  • Compaction equipment
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  • Generators and pumps
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  • Lifting equipment
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  • Hydraulic attachments
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  • Hand tools and associated site equipment
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About You\n

The successful candidate will have:

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  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Mobile Plant Fitter or similar.
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  • Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.
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  • Experience using computerised diagnostic equipment.
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  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
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  • The ability to complete clear and accurate service documentation.
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  • Your own tools.
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  • A full, clean UK driving licence.
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Package\n
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  • £35,000 - £45,000 salary
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  • Company vehicle available
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  • Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm
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  • 21 days holiday + bank holidays
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  • Company pension
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  • Predominantly day-based work
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  • Varied equipment and field-based workload
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  • Long-term opportunity within an established engineering team
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If you're an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter looking for a varied role with a stable, established business, this could be an excellent opportunity.