Mobile Plant Fitter

Overview

Diagnose and repair Caterpillar plant equipment on-site for Finning customers.

Key Responsibilities

• parts requisition
• arrival estimate
• site coordination
• machine repair
• fault diagnosis
• quote preparation

Tasks

-Identify the parts required to carry out the repair and requisition any parts and determine expected time of delivery so that a date and time of any necessary service re-visit can be agreed with customer. -Provide an estimate of arrival time at customer’s site in response to service request based on the job instructions from Branch giving details of customer location, machine, contact name and nature of problem and current work situation. -Contact customer’s site management in order to register arrival and presence on site and ensure knowledge of customer procedures so as to adhere to site requirements. -Undertake repair and service work on the machine to the agreed work plan, removing and despatching components for specialist attention and re-installing the original or replacement, to bring the machine up to the required standards. -Diagnose the likely cause of reported equipment problems, in discussion with customer operators/supervisors and using specialised equipment, in order to provide the customer with an information for the work required. Provide a comprehensive detail to allow Finning to construct a quote as requested by the customer.

Requirements

• nvq level3
• heavy earthmoving
• construction machines
• field diagnosis
• ldv licence
• cat training

What You Bring

-Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business -Industry leading CAT product training -Knowledge in the use of field-based diagnosis tools and equipment essential -Apprentice trained / Formally trained Engineer (NVQ Level 3 preferred in Land Based Engineering / Plant Fitting), served as a field service engineer for a significant period or development opportunity for a qualified apprentice -Effective problem solver with strong analytical skills -Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work in high-pressured situations and to tight deadlines -Heavy Earth Moving equipment operating knowledge -Experience of a variety of construction and static machines essential -LDV driving licence

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Benefits

-25 days holiday (purchase up to 5 extra days holiday) -Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents) -Annual Tool Allowance -Employee reward platform (retails discounts and other employee rewards) -Refer a friend bonus -Life insurance -Salary £39,720 - £45,118 -Access to company share scheme -Annual Bonus -Laptop and phone and van -Up to 7% pension (matched by company)

About Finning

-has a rich history rooted in providing essential equipment and services to industries like construction, mining, and energy. -operates in key global markets including Canada, South America, and the UK. -specializes in providing solutions for heavy industries, delivering construction, mining, and energy services across vast sectors. -plays a crucial role in powering large-scale infrastructure projects and driving resource development. -offers parts, maintenance, and innovative technological solutions to clients worldwide. -has supported some of the largest and most ambitious projects globally. -has made significant strides in advancing digital technologies and remote monitoring solutions to enhance equipment performance and customer satisfaction.

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