United Infrastructure is a UK-based infrastructure services company delivering critical energy, power, water, telecoms and social infrastructure projects. Following the acquisition of Woods UK Transmission & Distribution business, United Infrastructure has strengthened its capabilities in power engineering, construction and asset optimisation, supporting grid resilience and the transition to a low-carbon energy system. The company partners with public and private clients to deliver safe, sustainable and future-ready infrastructure across the UK.Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.Job DescriptionUnited Infrastructure Transmission & Distribution are recruiting for a hybrid/mobile Plant Fitter. This is a full time, permanent position. In this role you would be required to be based at Darlington, County Durham for a minimum of 24 weeks for familiarisation and training. Thereafter you would operate independently. This lead-in period is essential to ensure they are fully aligned with our operational standards and procedures. UK travel is also required in the role.As a UK wide operation, you will work as part of a team who are responsible for the Planning & Control of Servicing. This will include the day to day repairs of HGV and varied fleet equipment as well as the planned maintenance of Specialised Overhead Line Winching & Tensioning Machinery. What You Will DoCarry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on specialist OHL plant & Equipment including winches, Puller/tensioners Tractors HGVs and other specialist plant and equipment.Support mobilisation and demobilisation of plant for OHL projects.Conduct pre-use inspections, fault finding, and routine servicing of mechanical systems.Carry out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing in line with manufacturer and company standards.Ensure all repair work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.Maintain accurate service and repair records in compliance with company procedures.Work on-site to attend breakdowns and perform emergency repairs when required.Order and fit replacement parts, ensuring cost-effective and timely repairs.Adhere to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.communicate effectively with the workshop team, supervisors, and site managers regarding job progress and issues with plant and equipment.Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining a clean and organised working environment. In accordance with British Assessment Certifications OHSAS 18001, ISO9001:2000 and ISO 14001, each employee will comply with and contribute to the effective implementation of the UIG T&D's policies: - Health and Safety Policy Quality Policy Environmental Policy Ethical Code of Conduct Policy Drug & Alcohol Policy QualificationsWhat We Are Looking ForThe role requires the following skills and attributes:Essential:Asbestos AwarenessCOSHH AwarenessEmergency First Aid at WorkFace Face Test AlphasolwayFire AwarenessHarness and Fall ArrestLOLER AwarenessManual HandlingEnvironmental AwarenessWorking at Height Awareness Desirable:HAVS AwarenessECITB Abrasive WheelsSpill managementBORDA Off Road Driver 4x4 Pick UpsDVLA Towing License Training and TestTime served Fitter, holding recognised qualifications with a Dealership or Company that relates to Roles/Duties e.g. Tractor Dealership/ Plant/Transport Dealership / Relevant Construction CompanyHGV Class 2 license (Class 1 Desirable). xjdpvnf CITB / CPCS or recognised equivalent Lorry Loader certificate desirableDigital Tachograph Card desirable.Strap & Chains Loads must be fully competentFork-Lift / Telehandler License desirableApplicants for this role must have Right to Work in the UK.
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Mobile Plant Fitter