Mechanical Fitter

Igne
Hamilton
5 days ago
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Igne is looking to recruit a skilled and motivated Mechanic/Plant Fitter to join our team in the GI Scotland Division on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a forward‑thinking and expanding geotechnical contractor based in Glasgow.


As a Mechanic/Plant Fitter you will maintain and service Igne's plant machinery to ensure optimal performance and operational efficiency. Plant includes rotary drilling rigs, sonic drilling rigs, cable percussion rigs and ancillary tracked support plant. Place of work will vary from workshop to sites as you work within the Igne project team.


If you’re ready to be part of an innovative, fast‑paced environment where your contributions truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct routine maintenance and servicing of plant according to manufacturer guidelines.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
  • Perform repairs and replacements of faulty components as needed.
  • Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
  • Collaborate with the operations team to schedule maintenance activities and minimise downtime.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as required.

Person Specification

You will need to have extensive knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems with proven experience as a Plant Fitter, ideally with drilling rigs. A full UK driving licence is required, along with problem‑solving capabilities and strong organisational skills.


Salary & Benefits

In return we offer a very generous basic pay of c£40,000 – £45,000 per annum, an inconvenience allowance if you do have to work away from home and lots of opportunities for overtime.



  • 33 days inclusive of bank holidays
  • Continuous training and development
  • Death in service scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
  • Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

We are Igne Group Limited, a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience. A one‑stop‑shop for pre‑ and post‑construction services. Igne’s six service categories are: ground investigation, testing, unexploded ordnance, specialist drilling, geothermal, and geo‑environmental.


We are a Real Living Wage Employer, a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference. We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and to be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business. We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available for all employees to speak to for any support they need. We believe in the development of our talent, which is why at Igne, you will have many opportunities for training and development within your role.


Igne is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.


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