Heavy Plant Fitter
CV-LibraryHorwichpermanentPosted: 27 March 2026
Apply NowAre 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)
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)