Trainee Plant Fitter

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10 months ago

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Full training & skill development, 16% pension scheme, 33 holidays and sociable working hours are just a few of the perks that the successful Trainee Plant Fitter will enjoy whilst working with this globally operating, long established organisation.

With over 13,000 employees in over 40 countries, this manufacturing & engineering giant offer a versatile product and service range which includes power tools and lawn mowers. Because of continued demand of their services at their Leeds facility, this employer is actively recruiting a Trainee Plant Fitter vacancy.

This role will initially be based in Doncaster but will be moved to Leeds (Morley) in Q1 2026. The successful Trainee Plant Fitter must be commutable to Leeds and Doncaster and comfortable with travelling this on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Plant Fitter will include:

Maintaining, repairing and servicing a variety of construction-based tooling and equipment (from cutting equipment to demolition robotics)
Inspecting a range of equipment and diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
Occasionally supporting the mobile/field-based team with site working when required

Working Hours of the Trainee Plant Fitter:

37.5 Hours per week, spread across a day shift

Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 17:00

In return, the Trainee Plant Fitter will receive:

Annual Salary: £32,000.00
Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days per annum including public holidays
Combined Pension up to 16%
6% Company Life Assurance
Ongoing training, development and progression into team leading roles in the future

To apply for the Trainee Plant Fitter position, please click "Apply Now" and attach a copy of your updated CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good for more information

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