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25 September 2026

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Mobile Plant Fitter - Leeds

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Mobile Plant Fitter Location: Leeds
Rate: £16-£20 per hour DOE
Contract: Permanent

About the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA) The Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), delivered by GoodPeople, connects candidates with employers working across the UK's transition to a greener economy. The programme supports opportunities across sustainability, energy efficiency, smart technology, green construction and other areas contributing to the UK's net zero ambitions.

The Opportunity A leading waste management organisation is looking for experienced Mobile Plant Fitters to support the maintenance, servicing and repair of mobile and static plant machinery within a busy operational environment.

The role covers a range of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical maintenance, including equipment such as loaders, compactors, conveyors, shredders, balers and picking lines.

Important to Know
    Permanent position

    Based in Leeds

    £16-£20 per hour depending on experience

    Mobile plant or heavy plant maintenance experience required

    Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills required

    Waste, recycling, construction or heavy industry experience advantageous

    NVQ Level 3 Plant Maintenance or equivalent preferred

Key Responsibilities
    Carry out scheduled and reactive maintenance on mobile and static plant

    Maintain loaders, compactors, conveyors, shredders, balers and picking lines

    Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems

    Maintain and troubleshoot electrical looms, wiring and connections

    Complete mechanical and electrical diagnostics

    Carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime

    Maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records

    Report equipment performance, reliability and recurring faults

    Work with operations and engineering teams to maintain equipment availability

    Ensure all work complies with health and safety procedures

    Report hazards, defects and incidents

    Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency

What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience as a Mobile Plant Fitter, Plant Mechanic, Maintenance Fitter or similar
  • Experience with heavy plant or industrial equipment
  • Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Experience with electrical wiring and looms
  • Strong mechanical knowledge
  • Good diagnostic and fault-finding skills across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
  • Ability to respond effectively to breakdowns
  • Experience with waste processing machinery, conveyors, shredders, balers or compactors highly desirable
  • NVQ Level 3 Plant Maintenance or equivalent preferred
  • Proactive approach and strong commitment to safety and reliability
  • Waste management, recycling, construction or heavy industry experience advantageous
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