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Fitter - Accommodation

4 months ago


Broxburn, United Kingdom Nixon Hire Full time

We are looking to recruit an experienced Fitter to join our accommodation workshop in our Edinburgh Depot.

Contract type: Permanent, full time, Mon - Fri

Job Role

  • Carrying out general maintenance, servicing and pre hire checks of generators and towed equipment in accommodation units and towable welfare units economically and efficiently.
  • Liaising with Stores Department to book out filters/spare parts needed to make sure stock is correctly maintained.
  • Diagnosing and carrying out repair work to single and multi cylinder diesel engines.
  • Ensuring all towed units are safe, roadworthy and in a ‘ready for hire’ condition.
  • Carrying out annual inspections to towed equipment to meet company compliance policies.
  • Working closely with the accommodation foreman and team to ensure units are in a good condition and on hire as and when customer requires.
  • Documenting any issues with units as a result of customer damage and raising paperwork to ensure customer is charged appropriately.
  • Carrying out maintenance and repairs to plant trailers, water bowsers, towerlights etc if and when required.
  • Attending site breakdowns to repair/service units if and when required.
  • Ensuring tools and work area is kept clean and tidy.

Essential Criteria

  • NVQ in mechanics/plant fitter/generator fitter or similar.
  • A Minimum of two years' experience working with diesel engines.
  • A good knowledge of towed equipment is desirable.
  • Must be comfortable working with and have a good knowledge of 12v and 240v electrical systems.
  • Previous experience working with generators.
  • Must supply own tools.