Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Quarry Work/Heavy Plant)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Bath
2 days ago
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Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Quarry Work/Heavy Plant)


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Radstock

£15-£25 Per Hour + Career Progression + Overtime (2x) + Pension + Company Benefits + Industry Training

Are you a Mechanical Maintenance Technician or mechanically minded engineer looking for a role where you can work on heavy plant and quarry machinery while developing your skills within a supportive engineering team?

Do you want to join a well-established engineering company that invests in its people, supports ongoing training, and provides clear progression routes as your skills develop?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, close-knit engineering team with a strong focus on development and long-term progression. With decades of industry experience, this company is known for high-quality engineering work and for supporting technicians to grow their skills while working on a wide range of heavy plant and quarry equipment.

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced engineers carrying out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy plant and quarry machinery. You'll gain exposure to a variety of mechanical systems, learn to diagnose faults, and contribute to keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate would be someone with mechanical maintenance experience or a relevant engineering qualification who is confident working with heavy machinery and is commutable to Bath.

The Role:

  • Carrying out mechanical maintenance and repairs on quarry and heavy plant equipment
  • Assisting with breakdowns, servicing, and preventative maintenance tasks
  • Diagnosing mechanical faults and supporting engineering projects
  • Maintaining high health & safety and quality standards

The Person:

  • Mechanical maintenance or heavy plant experience
  • Interest in engineering, machinery, or quarry equipment
  • Commutable to Bath with a full driver's license

Reference Number: BBBH24433

Keywords: Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Heavy Plant, Quarry Engineering, Mechanical Technician, Engineering, Manufacturing, Bath, Radstock

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