Heavy Plant Fitter

Are you an experienced Heavy Plant Fitter with a background in the quarrying or mining industry? This is an opportunity to join a stable, family-run business offering an above-market package and designed to provide long-term security and excellent earning potential. This role is predominantly based in North West, with occasional travel to other nearby sites as required. The Role As a Heavy Plant Fitter, you will be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of quarrying and heavy plant equipment. You will play a key role in ensuring machinery uptime and supporting operational efficiency across multiple sites. Equipment You’ll Work On Crushers Screeners Static plants (including wash plants and ready-mix concrete plants) Excavators Loading shovels Dozers Articulated dump trucksKey Responsibilities Carry out diagnostics and troubleshoot faults effectively Respond to breakdowns and complete repairs in a timely manner Strip, inspect, and rebuild machinery components (engines, drivetrains, etc.) Use diagnostic equipment alongside hands-on fault finding Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance Travel to additional company sites when requiredRequirements Proven experience as a Heavy Plant Fitter, ideally within quarrying Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills Ability to strip and rebuild major components Experience working on heavy plant machinery listed above Full UK Driving Licence (Category B required; HGV advantageous but not essential) Recent hands-on heavy plant experience is essential Minimum 5 years’ plant fitting experience preferred Ability to commute to or relocate near HorwichWhat’s on Offer Excellent salary (tailored to experience and skillset) Overtime available Company van provided Permanent, long-term position Company pension scheme 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Job security within a stable, family-run businessThis is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Heavy Plant Fitter looking for long-term stability, excellent earning potential, and a supportive working environment. If you want to find out more please contact me on (phone number removed) or (url removed)