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NEOS Engineering Recruitment
Dorset
1 day ago
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Heavy Plant Engineer

Dorset Region

£17ph to £22ph + Door-to-Door Pay + Overtime Available



NEOS Engineering are partnered with a globally recognised OEM, renowned for delivering market-leading heavy construction equipment and setting industry standards for innovation, engineering excellence, and product reliability. Due to continued growth and investment, they are seeking skilled Heavy Plant Engineers to join their high-performing field service team.



This is an outstanding opportunity to work directly with a prestigious manufacturer, gaining access to advanced diagnostic technology, structured manufacturer training programmes, and clear long-term career progression within a premium engineering environment.



The successful candidate will come from a heavy plant background with experience working on leading machinery brands such as JCB, CAT, or Komatsu. A minimum NVQ Level 2 in Plant or Agricultural Machinery is required.



As a Heavy Plant Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a modern fleet of heavy construction equipment, ensuring machinery operates to the highest performance and safety standards. This is a fully mobile position supported by a fully equipped company vehicle.



You will be joining a business recognised across the industry for its commitment to engineering excellence, employee development, and investment in cutting-edge machinery and training.



The Role:

  • Service, maintenance and repair of advanced heavy plant machinery
  • Working across a diverse fleet including Excavators, Loading Shovels, Dump Trucks, and Material Handling Equipment
  • Regional coverage across Dorset and surrounding areas
  • Carrying out mechanical and electrical fault finding, including work on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and advanced diagnostics
  • Maintaining strong customer relationships while delivering exceptional service standards



The Candidate:

  • Proven experience working on construction plant, quarrying equipment, or rail machinery
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities
  • Motivated to develop through ongoing manufacturer training and career progression
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Construction or Agricultural Plant Maintenance
  • Full UK Driving Licence



The Benefits:

  • Industry-leading manufacturer training and technical development pathways
  • Highly competitive overtime structure with strong earning potential
  • Fully equipped company 4x4 vehicle with door-to-door pay
  • Comprehensive pension scheme
  • Long-term career progression with a globally respected OEM



Thanks so much for taking the time to apply. We do our best to get back to everyone, but due to the number of applications we receive, it’s not always possible. If you haven’t heard from us within 7 days, it likely means you haven’t been successful this time - but don’t be discouraged! Keep an eye on our website for new opportunities that might be a great fit.



We kindly ask that candidates requiring sponsorship do not apply, as the client is unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Any applications requiring sponsorship will be automatically rejected.

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